In today's crop-price rundown for 21 Oct 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Salon APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 20.1% below the period average and just 35.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Champua APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Champua(Jhumpura) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 9 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 11 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Kandiyaperi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
At ₹3,600 (81.8%), 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Tomato prices at Salon APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,785, with the average around ₹2,254. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,590 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,585 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,687 | ₹2,687 | ₹2,687 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,735 | ₹2,725 | ₹2,730 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,785 | ₹2,775 | ₹2,780 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,780 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,755 |
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
Before carting Tomato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, Tomato traded at this rate in Salon APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.