In today's crop-price rundown for 15 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Basti APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Tomato yards.
01What Put Basti APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 7.3% below the period average and just 33.3% short of 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
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,800 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Santir Bazar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Champua(Jhumpura) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Champua APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 10 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 11 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,950 |
| 12 Aroor Market APMC | ₹4,900 |
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.
At ₹1,900 (38.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tomato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Tomato prices at Basti APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,726. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,388 | ₹2,388 | ₹2,388 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,833 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,635 | ₹1,635 | ₹1,635 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,622 | ₹1,622 | ₹1,622 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 28 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 26 Jun | ₹1,871 | ₹1,871 | ₹1,871 |
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
For Tomato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Net-net, Basti APMC posted this Tomato rate on 15 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.