Pulling together the 18 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Tomato was quoted at ₹2,150 per quintal in Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Tomato yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 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.
Right now Tomato is about 32.0% above the period average — just 28.3% 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
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harnaut APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 6 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 8 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Hindol APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Chinnalapatti(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.
That ₹1,250 (33.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tomato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Tomato prices at Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,629. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,150 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,850 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,850 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,850 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,950 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,850 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Tomato, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Tomato rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.