In today's crop-price rundown for 12 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Machmara APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Tomato about 52.7% below the period average, and just 73.9% 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
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Manubazar APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 6 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Udumalpet APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Bishramganj APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,970 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,030 (40.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Machmara APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹2,538. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Machmara APMC reported Tomato at this level on 12 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.