As fresh arrivals settled on 31 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Darjeeling APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
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₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Tomato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Tomato about 11.1% below the period average, and just 41.9% 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
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Darjeeling APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC Leader | ₹4,500 |
| 2 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 3 Madhubani APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 4 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 8 Darjeeling APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
That ₹1,100 (32.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tomato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹4,049. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 30 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Tomato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Darjeeling APMC reported Tomato at this level on 31 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.