Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹4,800 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
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₹4,900
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Hybrid)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Tomato is about 9.8% above the period average, sitting just 2.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Angul(Atthamallick) APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Manubazar APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 3 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 6 Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 8 Madhubani APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 9 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Darjeeling APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
A spread of ₹1,000 (25.0%) 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 Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹4,370. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Tomato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Tomato rate at Sainthia APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.