Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Karera(F&V) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Tomato markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Tomato)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 17.3% below the period average, sitting just 40.0% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kohima APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Chamkaur Sahib APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 8 Lalru APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Belgaum APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
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.
The ₹1,800 (42.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Karera(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,177. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
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
Selling Tomato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
All told, this is where Tomato stood at Karera(F&V) APMC on 17 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.