In the price report dated 21 Aug 2026, Piravam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tomato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,000 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Piravam Market APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 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.
This puts Tomato about 1.1% above the period average, and just 37.5% 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 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Manubazar APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 3 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Bargarh APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 8 Kalol(Veg,Market,Kalol) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 9 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Mustafabad APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Champua APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
The ₹1,000 (25.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,948. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
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, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Piravam Market APMC was the market to beat for Tomato on 21 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.