From today's trading desk on 12 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,700 per quintal in Ambala Cantt. 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
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Tomato is about 4.1% above the period average — just 34.6% 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
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Piravam Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Jahajharpur APMC | ₹4,700 |
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.
The ₹1,100 (23.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Tomato prices at Ambala Cantt. APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹1,633. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹600 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹600 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹600 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹800 | ₹2,000 |
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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Tomato changed hands at this rate in Ambala Cantt. APMC on 12 Aug 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.