Tomato prices showed a wide variation across mandis on August 23, 2026. While the maximum rate reached ₹4,000 per quintal in Gujarat's Damnagar and Punjab's Ahmedgarh markets, several high-arrival markets recorded prices in the range of ₹1,000 to ₹2,500 per quintal.
The highest price was recorded in markets where arrivals were very low. In contrast, Gurugram recorded the highest arrival of 91 tonnes, but its maximum tomato price stood at ₹2,500 per quintal. This shows that high arrivals or a large market do not necessarily guarantee the highest price.
Prices also varied considerably across Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra. Aligarh recorded 49 tonnes of arrivals with a maximum price of ₹2,020, while Hardoi received 46 tonnes but recorded a maximum price of only ₹1,000 per quintal. Farmers preparing to sell tomatoes can use these latest figures to compare prices and arrivals across markets before choosing where to sell.
| State | Market | Arrivals (Tonnes) | Variety | Minimum Price (₹/Quintal) | Maximum Price (₹/Quintal) |
| Gujarat | Damnagar Market Tomato Price | 0.08 | Local | ₹ 3,900 | ₹ 4,000 |
| Gujarat | Gondal Vegetable Market Tomato Price | 14.42 | Tomato | ₹ 900 | ₹ 2,700 |
| Haryana | Gurugram Market Tomato Price | 91 | Other | ₹ 1,500 | ₹ 2,500 |
| Haryana | Hansi Market Tomato Price | 22.7 | Other | ₹ 2,500 | ₹ 3,500 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Betul Fruit & Vegetable Market Tomato Price | 10.3 | Local | ₹ 500 | ₹ 1,300 |
| Madhya Pradesh | Kolaras Market Tomato Price | 0.25 | Other | ₹ 1,400 | ₹ 1,500 |
| Maharashtra | Rahata Market Tomato Price | 7.5 | Other | ₹ 500 | ₹ 1,250 |
| Maharashtra | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Market Tomato Price | 14.5 | Other | ₹ 500 | ₹ 700 |
| Maharashtra | Pune (Moshi) Market Tomato Price | 62 | Local | ₹ 800 | ₹ 1,000 |
| Maharashtra | Pune (Pimpri) Market Tomato Price | 1.8 | Local | ₹ 1,200 | ₹ 1,800 |
| Punjab | Qadian Market Tomato Price | 0.2 | Other | ₹ 3,300 | ₹ 3,500 |
| Punjab | Tanda Urmur Market Tomato Price | 1.2 | Tomato | ₹ 2,800 | ₹ 3,200 |
| Punjab | Ahmedgarh Market Tomato Price | 0.2 | Local | ₹ 3,600 | ₹ 4,000 |
| Punjab | Tarn Taran Market Tomato Price | 0.15 | Other | ₹ 2,500 | ₹ 2,600 |
| Rajasthan | Jalore Market Tomato Price | 2.4 | Tomato | ₹ 2,000 | ₹ 2,400 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Aligarh Market Tomato Price | 49 | Other | ₹ 2,000 | ₹ 2,020 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Amroha Market Tomato Price | 32 | Other | ₹ 1,600 | ₹ 1,700 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Bareilly Market Tomato Price | 1.5 | Other | ₹ 1,650 | ₹ 1,700 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Bulandshahr Market Tomato Price | 0.6 | Other | ₹ 1,900 | ₹ 2,000 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Awagarh Market Tomato Price | 0.7 | Other | ₹ 1,150 | ₹ 1,200 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Hardoi Market Tomato Price | 46 | Other | ₹ 950 | ₹ 1,000 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Jhansi Market Tomato Price | 10 | Other | ₹ 1,900 | ₹ 2,000 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Kosikalan Market Tomato Price | 3 | Other | ₹ 1,900 | ₹ 2,500 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Robertsganj Market Tomato Price | 15 | Other | ₹ 1,950 | ₹ 2,000 |
| Uttar Pradesh | Varanasi Market Tomato Price | 24.5 | Other | ₹ 1,400 | ₹ 1,500 |
On August 23, the highest tomato price of ₹4,000 per quintal was recorded at Damnagar in Gujarat and Ahmedgarh in Punjab. However, arrivals at these markets were only 0.08 tonnes and 0.20 tonnes, respectively. Qadian in Punjab also recorded a strong maximum price of ₹3,500 per quintal with just 0.20 tonnes of arrivals.
Terms of arrivals, Gurugram led the listed markets with 91 tonnes of tomatoes. Despite the heavy supply, the maximum price there was ₹2,500 per quintal. Pune (Moshi) recorded 62 tonnes of arrivals, but the maximum price was only ₹1,000 per quintal, while Aligarh received 49 tonnes and recorded a maximum price of ₹2,020.
Tomato prices in Uttar Pradesh ranged from around ₹1,000 to ₹2,500 per quintal across the listed markets. Amroha recorded 32 tonnes of arrivals with a maximum price of ₹1,700, while Hardoi received 46 tonnes but recorded a maximum of only ₹1,000. Varanasi recorded 24.5 tonnes of arrivals, with prices reaching ₹1,500 per quintal.
The figures indicate that tomato prices are varying significantly according to arrivals, quality, variety and local demand. Markets with lower arrivals have reported some of the highest prices, but farmers should not base their selling decision on the maximum rate alone.
Advice for Farmers:
Overall, the August 23 data shows a sharp difference in tomato prices across markets. Damnagar and Ahmedgarh recorded the highest maximum rate of ₹4,000 per quintal, while high-arrival markets such as Gurugram and Pune (Moshi) reported considerably lower prices. Farmers can make a more informed selling decision by comparing the latest mandi price, arrivals, quality and transportation costs.
FAQs:
1. What is the highest tomato price today?
The highest recorded tomato price is ₹4,000 per quintal at Damnagar in Gujarat and Ahmedgarh in Punjab.
2. Which market recorded the highest tomato arrivals?
Gurugram recorded the highest listed arrival at 91 tonnes.
3. What was the tomato price in Aligarh?
Aligarh recorded a minimum price of ₹2,000 and a maximum price of ₹2,020 per quintal.
4. Why are tomato prices different between markets?
Prices can vary because of arrivals, quality, variety, local demand, supply and transportation conditions.
5. Should farmers sell tomatoes in the market with the highest price?
Not necessarily. Farmers should compare the actual price range, transportation cost, arrival volume and quality requirements before selecting a market.
