Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Sep 2026, Munnar Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tomato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,000 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- 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.
Today's rate is about 45.5% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Santir Bazar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 6 Sonamura APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 7 Bargarh(Barapalli) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Agra APMC | ₹4,451 |
| 9 Betnoti APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Dasuya APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Attingal Market 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.
A spread of ₹4,000 (100.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Tomato prices at Munnar Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,500. 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Tomato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Sep 2026, Munnar Market APMC set the pace for Tomato. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.