Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Tomato was quoted at ₹1,740 per quintal in Mugrabaadshahpur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Tomato yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,740
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 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.
At this level, Tomato is about 0.6% below the period average, sitting just 50.3% 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
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kadamtala APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 3 Angul(Atthamallick) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Halahali APMC | ₹4,950 |
| 5 Manubazar APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 6 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Longleng APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 11 Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Bargarh APMC | ₹4,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
At ₹1,500 (33.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tomato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Tomato prices at Mugrabaadshahpur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹1,750. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,740 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,456 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,304 |
| 27 Jul | ₹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
Selling Tomato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To sum up, this was the Tomato rate at Mugrabaadshahpur APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.