Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Hospet APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Tomato)
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.
This puts Tomato about 6.8% above the period average, and just 52.0% 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
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kohima APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Chamkaur Sahib APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,970 |
| 4 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 5 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 6 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 11 Lalru APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
A spread of ₹1,500 (33.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Hospet APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,124. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Tomato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In a nutshell, Tomato was priced at this level in Hospet APMC on 17 Oct 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.