In today's crop-price rundown for 24 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,270 per quintal in Punganur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹1,470
- Lowest Price Today₹1,070
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,270
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Hybrid)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Tomato about 9.0% below the period average, and just 57.7% 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
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Punganur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gondatwisa APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Damnagar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Bishramganj APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Angul(Atthamallick) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Manubazar APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 7 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 11 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹4,500 |
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.
That ₹1,300 (28.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tomato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Punganur APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,396. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹1,470 | ₹1,070 | ₹1,270 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,370 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,170 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,070 | ₹1,340 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,070 | ₹1,340 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,340 | ₹1,670 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,440 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,240 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,470 | ₹1,070 | ₹1,270 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,470 | ₹1,070 | ₹1,270 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,640 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,370 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,640 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,370 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,070 | ₹1,340 |
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
The day's best Tomato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Punganur APMC reported Tomato at this level on 24 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.