Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,250 per quintal in Shahpur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Shahpur APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Tomato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,250
- Lowest Price Today₹1,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Tomato is about 14.7% below the period average — just 35.6% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Shahpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kadamtala APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Angul(Atthamallick) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Bishramganj APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Halahali APMC | ₹4,950 |
| 8 Manubazar APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 9 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Bolpur 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.
The ₹1,300 (27.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Tomato prices at Shahpur APMC ranged between ₹1,240 and ₹1,940, with the average around ₹1,465. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,450 | ₹1,420 | ₹1,435 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,940 | ₹1,940 | ₹1,940 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,940 | ₹1,640 | ₹1,865 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,450 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,450 |
| 24 Jun | ₹1,440 | ₹1,240 | ₹1,373 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,440 | ₹1,440 | ₹1,440 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Tomato changed hands at this rate in Shahpur APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.