In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Sep 2026, Kattappana Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tomato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,000 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Tomato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Tomato about 1.0% above the period average, and just 35.9% 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 20 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattappana Market APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Betnoti APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Kalsi APMC | ₹3,880 |
| 5 Darjeeling APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 6 Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 7 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,550 |
| 8 Jharsuguda APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
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 ₹1,750 (53.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tomato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Tomato prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹7,800, with the average around ₹4,950. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,300 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kattappana Market APMC was the market to beat for Tomato on 20 Sep 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.