Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Tomato was quoted at ₹2,700 per quintal in Kayamkulam Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Tomato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Kayamkulam Market APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Tomato is about 0.7% below the period average, sitting just 44.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kayamkulam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Lalru APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Belgaum APMC | ₹4,500 |
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 ₹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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Tomato prices at Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹2,720. 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 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Tomato stood at Kayamkulam Market APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.