Reading today's price tape for 18 Sep 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹2,100 per quintal in Kalna APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityTomato (Tomato)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Tomato is about 12.4% below the period average, sitting just 44.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jalukie APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Manubazar APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Barpathari APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 SMY Rampur APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 12 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹4,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
A spread of ₹1,900 (46.3%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Kalna APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹2,396. 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 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Before carting Tomato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
All told, this is where Tomato stood at Kalna APMC on 18 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.