Based on what the markets reported on 20 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Pallahara APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Tomato is about 9.7% below the period average — just 40.0% 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
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,200 |
| 2 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 6 Damnagar APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 7 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 9 Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,450 (38.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Tomato prices at Pallahara APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,322. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Tomato changed hands at this rate in Pallahara APMC on 20 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.