As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Sep 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,550 per quintal in Surat APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Tomato about 23.0% below the period average, and just 69.0% 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 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Surat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neyyatinkara Market APMC Leader | ₹3,700 |
| 2 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 3 Ahmedgarh APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Peravurani(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 7 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 9 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹500 (15.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,014. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹800 | ₹1,550 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹700 | ₹1,550 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹700 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹700 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹700 | ₹1,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹800 | ₹1,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹800 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹800 | ₹1,775 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹800 | ₹1,775 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹800 | ₹1,700 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹800 | ₹1,775 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹800 | ₹1,775 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹700 | ₹1,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹700 | ₹1,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹700 | ₹1,350 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹700 | ₹1,450 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹700 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹700 | ₹1,350 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹600 | ₹1,250 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Tomato was priced at this level in Surat APMC on 16 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.