In the mandi rate roundup for 23 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Tomato markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
Today's rate is about 17.9% below the period average and just 70.0% 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 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bolpur APMC Leader | ₹4,900 |
| 2 Boxonagar APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 3 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 4 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Ahmedgarh APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 6 Pallahara APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 7 Damnagar APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Jharsuguda APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Kantabaji APMC | ₹3,500 |
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 ₹1,400 (40.0%), 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 Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹1,826. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,184 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,530 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,540 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,996 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,562 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Varanasi APMC posted this Tomato rate on 23 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.