Pulling together the 26 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tomato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,000 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Tomato)
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.
At this level, Tomato is about 7.7% 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
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Manubazar APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Kandiyaperi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 11 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,700 |
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 ₹3,300 (70.2%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Tomato prices at Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹7,429. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 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
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
To sum up, Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC led Tomato on 26 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.