Turning to the 13 Oct 2026 APMC board, Tomato was quoted at ₹4,960 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. This is one of several Tomato rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,960
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityTomato (Hybrid)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Tomato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 9.5% above the period average and just 0.8% 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 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kohima APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Chamkaur Sahib APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 5 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 6 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,960 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 8 Bishramganj APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Mansi Mandi APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹250 (5.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹4,530. 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 | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 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 |
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
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
Net-net, Sainthia APMC posted this Tomato rate on 13 Oct 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.