With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Kadamtala APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tomato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Tomato board.
01What Put Kadamtala APMC on Top Today
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Tomato)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Tomato about 16.7% above the period average, and just 14.3% 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
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kadamtala APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Pampady Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Boxonagar APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Kendrapara APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 6 Chamkaur Sahib APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 7 Damnagar APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Mansa APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Mustafabad APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Ahmedgarh APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Pattamundai APMC | ₹4,000 |
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 ₹2,000 (50.0%), 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Tomato prices at Kadamtala APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,143. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
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
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: Kadamtala APMC was the market to beat for Tomato on 17 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.