Checking the day's mandi numbers for 12 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Sonamura APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Hybrid)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Tomato is about 14.9% below the period average — just 30.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Jahajharpur APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 11 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Panichowki APMC | ₹4,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,300 (28.9%) 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 Sonamura APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,937. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Tomato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Sonamura APMC logged this Tomato rate on 12 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.