In today's crop-price rundown for 12 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in Birbhum APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Hybrid)
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.
Today's rate is about 9.7% above the period average and just 2.1% 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
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Birbhum APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjirappally Market APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Jahajharpur APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 11 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,300 (28.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Birbhum APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹4,283. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Tomato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Birbhum APMC posted this Tomato rate on 12 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.