Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹2,785 per quintal in Asansol APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,865
- Lowest Price Today₹2,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,785
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Hybrid)
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.
Today's rate is about 7.0% above the period average and just 8.7% 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
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Nilagiri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Barasat APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Hindol APMC | ₹3,800 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,200 (31.6%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Asansol APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹3,050, with the average around ₹2,602. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,865 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,785 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,850 | ₹2,565 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,765 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,850 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,850 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,650 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,865 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,765 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,675 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,675 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,685 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,650 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,650 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,550 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,450 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,950 | ₹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
Going to the top Tomato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Tomato traded at this rate in Asansol APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.