Turning to the 28 Aug 2026 APMC board, Tomato was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) 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
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Deshi)
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.
This puts Tomato about 1.7% below the period average, and just 50.0% 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
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Angul(Atthamallick) APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Munnar Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 3 Mansa APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Sahnewal APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Teliamura APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 6 Rairakhol APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 7 Sunguvarchatram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 8 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 9 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Panposh APMC | ₹3,500 |
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 ₹1,500 (42.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹2,646. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC reported Tomato at this level on 28 Aug 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.