Reading today's price tape for 24 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,900 per quintal in Lalru APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Tomato markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,900
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Deshi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Tomato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Tomato is about 11.1% above the period average, sitting just 34.5% 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
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 3 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 4 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 5 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 7 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 10 Asansol APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 11 Durgapur APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,600 |
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.
The ₹1,400 (53.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Lalru APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,900, with the average around ₹1,710. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,560 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹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
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Tomato stood at Lalru APMC on 24 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.