Pulling together the 13 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Tomato was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Balurghat APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Tomato markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Tomato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Tomato is about 4.6% below the period average — just 37.5% 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
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 13 Aug 2026, so you can see where Balurghat 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 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Kadamtala APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 5 Angul(Atthamallick) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Pampady Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Ladwa APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Bishalgarh APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Darjeeling APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,800 |
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.
The ₹1,000 (20.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Balurghat APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,669. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Balurghat APMC logged this Tomato rate on 13 Aug 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.