Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹690 per quintal in Rayya APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Tomato markets in the table that follows.
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₹690
- Lowest Price Today₹690
- Average (Modal) Price₹690
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Tomato is about 4.2% below the period average — just 12.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chamkaur Sahib APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,150 |
| 4 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Pala Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 8 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Damnagar APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Bhawanipatna APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
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 ₹1,600 (47.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Tomato prices at Rayya APMC ranged between ₹690 and ₹791, with the average around ₹720. 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 | ₹690 | ₹690 | ₹690 |
| 16 Oct | ₹690 | ₹690 | ₹690 |
| 15 Oct | ₹692 | ₹692 | ₹692 |
| 13 Oct | ₹694 | ₹694 | ₹694 |
| 12 Oct | ₹694 | ₹694 | ₹694 |
| 25 Sep | ₹710 | ₹710 | ₹710 |
| 24 Sep | ₹710 | ₹710 | ₹710 |
| 23 Sep | ₹710 | ₹710 | ₹710 |
| 22 Sep | ₹710 | ₹710 | ₹710 |
| 21 Sep | ₹710 | ₹710 | ₹710 |
| 19 Sep | ₹712 | ₹712 | ₹712 |
| 18 Sep | ₹712 | ₹712 | ₹712 |
| 15 Sep | ₹714 | ₹714 | ₹714 |
| 14 Sep | ₹715 | ₹715 | ₹715 |
| 12 Sep | ₹715 | ₹715 | ₹715 |
| 11 Sep | ₹715 | ₹715 | ₹715 |
| 10 Sep | ₹715 | ₹715 | ₹715 |
| 09 Sep | ₹715 | ₹715 | ₹715 |
| 08 Sep | ₹725 | ₹725 | ₹725 |
| 07 Sep | ₹721 | ₹721 | ₹721 |
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
When picking where to sell Tomato, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Rayya APMC logged this Tomato rate on 17 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.