In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Achnera APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 26.9% below the period average and just 60.0% 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 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Achnera APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Munnar Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Piravam Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,700 |
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.
That ₹1,100 (23.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tomato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Tomato prices at Achnera APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,642. 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 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,538 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,143 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,171 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,695 |
| 28 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 26 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 25 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Aug 2026, Tomato traded at this rate in Achnera APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.