Tomato market prices on August 18, 2026: Chakia touches ₹3,000, Maharashtra sees wide variation

Tomato prices showed a significant variation across different mandis on August 18, 2026. Bihar, Chakia Market recorded the highest price of ₹3,000 per quintal, while some markets in Maharashtra reported minimum prices as low as ₹200–₹500 per quintal. Meanwhile, Junnar (Narayangaon) recorded a heavy arrival of 602 tonnes, but the maximum price remained at ₹2,000 per quintal.

The latest mandi data shows a clear difference between arrivals and prices across markets. Delhi's Keshopur and Ghazipur markets recorded substantial arrivals, while Maharashtra saw wide variations in both arrivals and tomato prices. Farmers can use these figures to compare nearby markets before deciding where to sell their produce.

Tomato Market Prices and Arrivals on (August 18, 2026):

Bihar Tomato Prices:

Bihar recorded some of the strongest tomato prices among the markets listed. Chakia Market reported a price range of ₹2,800 to ₹3,000 per quintal, making ₹3,000 the highest rate in the Bihar markets covered in the report.

Jamui recorded ₹2,800 to ₹2,900 per quintal, while Maharajganj reported ₹2,700 to ₹2,800 per quintal.

Tomato Prices in Delhi:

1. Delhi, Keshopur Market received 263.85 tonnes of tomatoes, with prices ranging from ₹1,600 to ₹2,400 per quintal.
2. The Ghazipur Fruit & Vegetable Market recorded a higher arrival of 297.22 tonnes, while prices ranged from ₹2,400 to ₹2,800 per quintal.

Maharashtra Tomato Arrivals and Prices:

1. Maharashtra recorded the largest arrivals among the markets covered in the report. Junnar (Narayangaon) Market received the highest quantity at 602 tonnes, but prices remained between ₹500 and ₹2,000 per quintal.
2. Sangamner recorded 375 tonnes of arrivals, with prices ranging from ₹500 to ₹2,000 per quintal. Pune received 331.8 tonnes, while the price range stood at ₹1,000 to ₹2,000 per quintal.
3. At the lower end, Mangalwedha Market reported the minimum price of just ₹200 per quintal. On the other hand, Kamthi Market recorded the highest maximum price in Maharashtra at ₹2,530 per quintal among the markets listed.

Arrival and Price Comparison:

1. The August 18 data shows a wide gap between tomato prices across markets. Chakia in Bihar recorded the highest maximum price at ₹3,000 per quintal, while Maharashtra's Mangalwedha reported the lowest minimum price at ₹200.
2. In terms of arrivals, Junnar (Narayangaon) stood out with 602 tonnes, followed by Sangamner at 375 tonnes, Pune at 331.8 tonnes, and Ghazipur at 297.22 tonnes.
3. The figures indicate that high arrivals do not necessarily result in the same price across markets. Local demand, tomato variety, quality and market conditions can all contribute to differences in prices.

Advice for Farmers:

1. Compare the latest prices in nearby mandis before taking your produce to market.
2. Check both the minimum and maximum rates, rather than relying only on the highest quoted price.
3. Consider arrivals and local demand while selecting a market.
4. Since tomatoes are highly perishable, plan transportation and sale carefully.
5. Compare the expected selling price with transportation and other market-related expenses before making a final decision.

FAQs:

1. Which market recorded the highest tomato price on August 18, 2026?

Chakia Market in Bihar recorded the highest maximum price at ₹3,000 per quintal among the markets listed.

2. Where was the lowest tomato price recorded?

Mangalwedha Market in Maharashtra reported the lowest minimum price of ₹200 per quintal.

3. Which market received the highest tomato arrivals?

Junnar (Narayangaon) in Maharashtra recorded the highest arrivals at 602 tonnes.

4. What was the tomato price in Delhi's Ghazipur Market?

Ghazipur Fruit & Vegetable Market recorded prices between ₹2,400 and ₹2,800 per quintal.

5. Why do tomato prices vary between markets?

Prices can differ because of arrivals, quality, variety, local demand, transportation costs and prevailing trading conditions.