Here's the 12 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Tomato was quoted at ₹4,970 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,970
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Hybrid)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Tomato is about 9.9% above the period average, sitting just 0.6% 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
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 5 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Udumalpet APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Bishramganj APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,970 |
| 12 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,960 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
At ₹2,040 (41.1%), 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 Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,523. 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 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,850 | ₹4,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,850 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Tomato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Tomato rate at Sainthia APMC on 12 Oct 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.