With the 16 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Kohima APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tomato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,000 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Tomato leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityTomato (Tomato)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Tomato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 22.0% above the period average and just 14.3% 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
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kohima APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Manubazar APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Santir Bazar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 6 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,950 |
| 7 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 8 Kanchanpur APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 9 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Boxonagar APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Jowai APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Sonamura APMC | ₹4,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
At ₹1,400 (30.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tomato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Kohima APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,920. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Sep 2026, Kohima 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.