Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Samsabad APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Tomato markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Hybrid)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Tomato is about 1.6% below the period average, sitting just 37.5% 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
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kohima APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Halahali APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 3 Chamkaur Sahib APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,970 |
| 5 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 6 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 7 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,500 |
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 ₹1,500 (33.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Samsabad APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,525. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,533 |
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 day's best Tomato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Tomato stood at Samsabad APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.