Reading today's price tape for 20 Oct 2026, Manubazar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tomato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,400 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Manubazar APMC on Top Today
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,700
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Hybrid)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Tomato is about 22.0% above the period average, sitting just 8.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,400 |
| 2 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 4 Halahali APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 5 Chamkaur Sahib APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹4,400 |
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 ₹2,000 (45.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Tomato prices at Manubazar APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,246. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹6,700 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
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
The headline Tomato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Manubazar APMC led Tomato on 20 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.