Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Betnoti APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Tomato today.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 1.6% above the period average and just 23.8% 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 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harnaut APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 6 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 7 Nilagiri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Barasat APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Hindol APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,250 (33.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tomato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Tomato prices at Betnoti APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹3,149. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Tomato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Tomato traded at this rate in Betnoti APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.