Looking at how the yards traded on 12 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Piravam Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
At this level, Tomato is about 30.0% above the period average, sitting just 18.8% 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
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Manubazar APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 6 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Udumalpet APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Bishramganj APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,970 |
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 ₹2,030 (40.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,006 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Tomato stood at Piravam Market APMC on 12 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.