With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Tomato was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Tomato markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Deshi)
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.
This puts Tomato about 37.5% above the period average, and just 6.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹4,750 |
| 2 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 3 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 6 Hindol APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 8 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 9 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,650 |
| 12 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
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 ₹1,150 (31.9%) 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 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,400, with the average around ₹2,981. 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 | ₹4,400 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
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 on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Tomato was priced at this level in Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.