Here's the 18 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Tomato was quoted at ₹2,150 per quintal in Madlauda APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Madlauda APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Tomato)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Tomato is about 4.6% above the period average — just 32.8% 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
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harnaut APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 7 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 9 Nilagiri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 11 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
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 ₹1,000 (25.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tomato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Tomato prices at Madlauda APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,056. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,150 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,850 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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
When picking where to sell Tomato, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Madlauda APMC logged this Tomato rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.