Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹2,667 per quintal in Khagaria APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,833
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,667
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Deshi)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Tomato is about 12.4% below the period average — just 66.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Khagaria APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,200 |
| 2 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 3 Halahali APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 4 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Chamkaur Sahib APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 11 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Medinipur(West) APMC | ₹4,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
The ₹900 (20.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Khagaria APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹7,833, with the average around ₹3,045. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹2,833 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,667 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,917 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,833 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,833 | ₹2,667 | ₹2,733 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,283 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,817 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,617 | ₹2,417 | ₹2,493 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,217 | ₹2,283 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,167 | ₹2,833 | ₹2,917 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,717 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,083 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,833 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,167 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,167 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,083 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,417 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,267 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,417 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,267 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,417 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,167 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,833 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,333 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,167 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Tomato changed hands at this rate in Khagaria APMC on 20 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.