Across the reporting yards on 05 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹5,900 per quintal in Chelakkara Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 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.
Today's rate is about 7.4% above the period average and just 9.2% 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.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 05 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chelakkara Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nutanbazar APMC Leader | ₹7,950 |
| 2 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 3 Kadamtala APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Halahali APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 5 Manubazar APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 6 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 7 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 8 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Kanchanpur APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Baghty APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Jamui APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
The ₹3,450 (76.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Tomato prices at Chelakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,495. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Jun | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 29 Jun | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Tomato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chelakkara Market APMC posted this Tomato rate on 05 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.