With the 19 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,950 per quintal in Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Today's rate is about 4.3% below the period average and just 40.9% 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 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Kodungalloor Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Angul(Atthamallick) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,450 |
| 7 Jainagar APMC | ₹4,420 |
| 8 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 9 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,150 |
| 11 Barasat APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,900 |
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 ₹2,600 (66.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tomato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Tomato prices at Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹3,300, with the average around ₹2,038. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,950 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
Selling Tomato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Net-net, Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Tomato rate on 19 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.