Turning to the 18 Oct 2026 APMC board, Tomato was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Prayagraj APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Prayagraj APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Tomato about 4.2% 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
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harnaut APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 7 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 9 Nilagiri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Pandua APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 12 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
That ₹1,000 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tomato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Tomato prices at Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,088. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,648 | ₹2,648 | ₹2,648 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,932 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,002 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Tomato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Prayagraj APMC reported Tomato at this level on 18 Oct 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.