In the latest market update for 20 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Tomato today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Tomato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Deshi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Tomato is about 61.0% above the period average — just 5.5% 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 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,400 |
| 2 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 4 Halahali APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Chamkaur Sahib APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹4,400 |
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.
That ₹2,000 (45.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tomato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Tomato prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,229. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,450 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,150 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,450 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,950 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,350 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,050 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,350 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
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
Before carting Tomato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Tomato rate on 20 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.