In today's crop-price rundown for 23 Oct 2026, Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tomato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,000 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Tomato, making it the day's standout.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Tomato)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 5-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 5-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Tomato about 2.8% below the period average, and just 17.6% 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 23 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Kohima APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Kandiyaperi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,150 |
| 7 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,150 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,150 |
| 9 Harnaut APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Pallapatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹2,250 (47.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
055-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 5 days, Tomato prices at Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹7,200. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 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
Farmers comparing Tomato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC was the market to beat for Tomato on 23 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.