In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Kanjirappally Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Kanjirappally Market APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Tomato)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Tomato is about 5.6% above the period average — just 27.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gondatwisa APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Harnaut APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Bishramganj APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Pandua APMC | ₹4,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹2,300 (54.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Kanjirappally Market APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,495. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
The headline Tomato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kanjirappally Market APMC logged this Tomato rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.