Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Tomato was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Darjeeling APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
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₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Tomato about 5.4% below the period average, and just 37.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kadamtala APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Pampady Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Boxonagar APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Kendrapara APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Ladwa APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 6 Chamkaur Sahib APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 7 Damnagar APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Mansa APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Mustafabad APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Ahmedgarh APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Pattamundai APMC | ₹4,000 |
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.
At ₹2,000 (50.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tomato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Darjeeling APMC ranged between ₹3,400 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹4,123. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
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
For Tomato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Tomato was priced at this level in Darjeeling APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.