In the latest market update for 18 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Barasat APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Tomato is about 27.2% above the period average — just 13.0% 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
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 Gondatwisa APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Bishramganj APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Harnaut APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Broadway market Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
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 ₹2,300 (54.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Tomato prices at Barasat APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹3,144. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Tomato changed hands at this rate in Barasat APMC on 18 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.