In the latest market update for 21 Oct 2026, Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tomato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,000 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Tomato)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 3-Day Band
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 9.1% above the period average, sitting just 5.9% 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
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Champua APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 6 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 7 Kandiyaperi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 8 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 9 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 10 Ambasamudram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 11 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,800 (90.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
053-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 3 days, Tomato prices at Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹7,333. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC led Tomato on 21 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.