Pulling together the 16 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,345 per quintal in APMC Kalmeshwar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Tomato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,025
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,345
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Tomato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Tomato is about 18.1% below the period average, sitting just 46.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where APMC Kalmeshwar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,800 |
| 2 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Kohima APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 11 Champaknagar APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Aroor Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,300 (51.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tomato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Tomato prices at APMC Kalmeshwar APMC ranged between ₹1,005 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,643. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,530 | ₹1,810 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,025 | ₹1,345 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,005 | ₹1,315 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,310 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,015 | ₹2,325 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,820 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,440 | ₹1,660 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,630 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,515 | ₹1,825 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,010 | ₹1,320 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,520 | ₹1,830 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,015 | ₹1,305 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,030 | ₹1,350 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,730 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,560 | ₹1,840 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,520 | ₹1,810 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,520 | ₹1,810 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,060 | ₹1,340 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,310 |
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
Before carting Tomato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 sum up, this was the Tomato rate at APMC Kalmeshwar APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.