In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Aug 2026, Gondatwisa APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tomato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,800 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Hybrid)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Tomato about 0.8% below the period average, and just 27.5% 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
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gondatwisa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gondatwisa APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 3 Boxonagar APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 5 Chamkaur Sahib APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Piravam Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Kohima APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Manubazar APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
That ₹1,000 (20.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tomato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Gondatwisa APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,848. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Gondatwisa APMC was the market to beat for Tomato on 20 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.