In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹3,700 per quintal in Nilagiri 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
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.5% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Kadamtala APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 Pampady Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 7 Sonamura APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 Boxonagar APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Bishramganj APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Halahali APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Radaur APMC | ₹4,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
The ₹2,000 (44.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Nilagiri APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹3,700, with the average around ₹3,541. 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 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,650 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Tomato traded at this rate in Nilagiri APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.