With the 17 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Chathanoor Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tomato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,000 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 15.6% below the period average and just 51.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Chathanoor Market APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹4,741. 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 | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
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
For Tomato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Chathanoor 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.