With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Tomato was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 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.
This puts Tomato about 6.2% below the period average, and just 29.4% 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
This table ranks Tomato rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harnaut APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 6 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 7 Nilagiri APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Barasat APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Kalipur(Arambagh Krishak Bazar)APMC APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Hindol APMC | ₹3,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tomato.
The ₹1,200 (31.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Tomato prices at Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,100, with the average around ₹3,838. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹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
Farmers comparing Tomato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC reported Tomato at this level on 18 Oct 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.