Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Bilimora APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 24.1% below the period average and just 63.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Bilimora APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Angul(Atthamallick) APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Manubazar APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 3 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 6 Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 8 Madhubani APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 9 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Darjeeling APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
That ₹1,000 (25.0%) 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 Bilimora APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹2,898. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Tomato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Bilimora APMC posted this Tomato rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.