Between August 10 and 13, 2025, wholesale tomato prices fluctuated sharply across several markets in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. While certain mandis witnessed sudden price spikes, others recorded relatively stable rates.
In Madhya Pradesh’s Rajgarh, the average price jumped from ₹2,500 to ₹4,400 per quintal on August 11, while on August 10 it had even touched ₹4,500. Pipariya mandi in Hoshangabad also saw prices climbing to ₹3,200 per quintal. In contrast, Ratlam’s Jaora market remained steady at ₹3,800–₹4,000. Indigenous varieties from Harda and Khandwa stayed in the ₹4,000–₹4,500 range without significant movement. Market analysts noted that in some varieties, single-day fluctuations ranged from ₹500 to ₹2,000 per quintal, indicating supply–demand imbalances.
Mixed Trends in Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh showed a more uneven picture. Traditional varieties in districts like Amroha, Mainpuri, and Lucknow saw minimal changes of ₹100–₹200 per quintal. On the other hand, some areas experienced substantial hikes — Ghaziabad rose slightly from ₹3,845 to ₹3,855, but Shravasti reached ₹5,800 and Gangoh in Saharanpur surged from ₹4,200 to ₹5,200 per quintal. Local varieties in Meerut and Bareilly showed no major variations.
Supply Shortage Driving the Surge
According to trade experts, reduced arrivals are the main reason behind the price rise. Earlier, large volumes were sourced from Rajasthan and Haryana, but many farmers stopped selling after prices fell. Currently, supplies are coming mainly from Himachal Pradesh, Haryana’s Karnal, certain districts of Uttar Pradesh, and Karnataka.
Hot and humid conditions, coupled with rain, are causing tomatoes to spoil quickly, worsening the situation. Experts believe that prices are unlikely to ease in the next one to two months. Any relief may only come once the fresh harvest hits the markets.
