Going by the latest APMC figures for 15 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Santir Bazar APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Tomato yards.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Tomato)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Tomato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 25.0% above the period average and just 7.7% 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
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,800 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Santir Bazar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Champua(Jhumpura) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Champua APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 10 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 11 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,950 |
| 12 Aroor Market APMC | ₹4,900 |
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 ₹1,900 (38.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tomato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Tomato prices at Santir Bazar APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,800. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Jun | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Jun | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Jun | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Tomato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Santir Bazar APMC posted this Tomato rate on 15 Oct 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.