Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Sep 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,833 per quintal in Basti APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,833
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Tomato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Tomato is about 8.0% above the period average — just 23.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Basti APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Halahali APMC Leader | ₹6,100 |
| 2 Kohima APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Manubazar APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Santir Bazar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 7 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,950 |
| 8 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 9 Kanchanpur APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Boxonagar APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Jowai APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
That ₹1,350 (28.4%) 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 Basti APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,697. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,833 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,635 | ₹1,635 | ₹1,635 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,622 | ₹1,622 | ₹1,622 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 28 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 26 Jun | ₹1,871 | ₹1,871 | ₹1,871 |
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
When picking where to sell Tomato, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Basti APMC logged this Tomato rate on 16 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.