As the 20 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,564 per quintal in Lakhimpur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,620
- Lowest Price Today₹1,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,564
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Tomato about 20.4% above the period average, and just 5.2% 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
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Lakhimpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,200 |
| 2 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 7 Medinipur(West) APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 8 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Damnagar APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Sampla APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
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.
At ₹1,200 (30.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tomato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Lakhimpur APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,650, with the average around ₹1,299. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹1,620 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,564 |
| 19 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,550 |
| 18 Oct | ₹1,580 | ₹1,560 | ₹1,564 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,650 | ₹1,560 | ₹1,568 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,260 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,255 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,260 | ₹1,260 | ₹1,260 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,261 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,240 | ₹1,255 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,230 | ₹1,230 | ₹1,230 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,280 | ₹1,280 | ₹1,280 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,260 | ₹1,260 | ₹1,260 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,280 | ₹1,230 | ₹1,254 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,280 | ₹1,240 | ₹1,259 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,260 | ₹1,260 | ₹1,260 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,240 | ₹1,210 | ₹1,226 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,320 | ₹1,240 | ₹1,287 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,250 | ₹1,240 | ₹1,245 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,210 | ₹1,210 | ₹1,210 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,290 | ₹1,230 | ₹1,268 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
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
For Tomato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Tomato was priced at this level in Lakhimpur APMC on 20 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.