Here's the 13 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Tomato was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Tomato is about 13.2% above the period average — just 60.0% 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
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 13 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,800 |
| 2 Sheohar APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 3 Broadway market Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Chamkaur Sahib APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Kohima APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 8 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 9 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Mansi Mandi APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
The ₹2,000 (41.7%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Tomato prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹1,767. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,954 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,021 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Varanasi APMC logged this Tomato rate on 13 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.