Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Oct 2026, Gondatwisa APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tomato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,500 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Tomato today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Gondatwisa APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Hybrid)
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.
Today's rate is about 11.0% above the period average and just 18.8% 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
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 Gondatwisa APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Harnaut APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Bishramganj APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Broadway market Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
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.
The ₹2,300 (54.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Gondatwisa APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,856. 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 | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹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
The day's best Tomato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Gondatwisa APMC set the pace for Tomato. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.