In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Egra/contai APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Tomato markets.
01What's Behind Today's Tomato Price
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₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Tomato)
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 2.8% below the period average, and just 16.7% 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 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kadamtala APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 3 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Angul(Atthamallick) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Halahali APMC | ₹4,950 |
| 6 Manubazar APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 7 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 11 Longleng APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Bargarh APMC | ₹4,500 |
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 ₹1,500 (33.3%) 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 Egra/contai APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,572. 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 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Egra/contai APMC reported Tomato at this level on 18 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.