As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Purulia APMC. This is one of several Tomato rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 10.3% above the period average and just 12.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Kadamtala APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 Pampady Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Keonjhar APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 7 Sonamura APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 Boxonagar APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Manubazar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Bishramganj APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Halahali APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹4,900 |
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 ₹1,600 (32.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tomato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Purulia APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,539. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹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
Before carting Tomato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Tomato traded at this rate in Purulia APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.