Turning to the 18 Oct 2026 APMC board, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Morena APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Deshi)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Tomato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Tomato about 29.2% below the period average, and just 57.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Morena APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harnaut APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 7 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 8 Nilagiri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Barasat APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
A spread of ₹1,000 (25.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Morena APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,119. 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 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 | ₹1,875 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Tomato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Morena APMC reported Tomato at this level on 18 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.