Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Manawar(F&V) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 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 1.9% above the period average — just 26.7% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kadamtala APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Pampady Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 5 Sonamura APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 6 Boxonagar APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 7 Radaur APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Barpathari APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Kendrapara APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Chamkaur Sahib APMC | ₹4,000 |
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.
At ₹2,000 (50.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tomato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Manawar(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,160. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,375 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,375 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Tomato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Manawar(F&V) APMC logged this Tomato rate on 17 Aug 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.