Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Sonamura APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Tomato yards.
01What Put Sonamura APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Hybrid)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 17.0% below the period average and just 31.7% 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
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sonamura 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 Piravam Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Bishramganj APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Manubazar APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 6 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Bargarh APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Panichowki APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Kalol(Veg,Market,Kalol) APMC | ₹4,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
That ₹1,550 (36.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tomato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Sonamura APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,939. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sonamura APMC posted this Tomato rate on 21 Aug 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.