Looking at how the yards traded on 05 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,815 per quintal in Kalmeshwar APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,505
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,815
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 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.
At this level, Tomato is about 15.4% below the period average, sitting just 48.1% 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 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nutanbazar APMC Leader | ₹7,950 |
| 2 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 3 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Kadamtala APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Halahali APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 6 Manubazar APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 7 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 8 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Kanchanpur APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Baghty APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Jamui 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.
A spread of ₹3,450 (76.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Kalmeshwar APMC ranged between ₹815 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,145. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,510 | ₹1,820 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,505 | ₹1,815 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,460 | ₹1,640 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,310 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹815 | ₹1,025 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,310 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,415 | ₹1,625 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,410 | ₹1,620 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,630 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,415 | ₹1,625 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,410 | ₹1,620 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,520 | ₹1,840 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,415 | ₹1,605 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,530 | ₹1,850 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,015 | ₹2,305 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,010 | ₹2,320 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,065 | ₹2,345 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,825 | ₹2,015 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,330 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,815 | ₹2,005 |
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
All told, this is where Tomato stood at Kalmeshwar APMC on 05 Aug 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.