MP Tomato Mandi Prices Surge: Sharp Rise of ₹1500 to ₹1800 per Quintal in Just One Week

A crucial update for farmers and vegetable traders—on July 5, 2025, tomato prices skyrocketed across several major mandis (wholesale markets) in Madhya Pradesh. Within just one week, prices in many markets surged by ₹1000 to ₹1800 per quintal. The most notable jump was seen in Lashkar Mandi, where the price of local tomatoes shot up from ₹1200 to ₹3000 per quintal—marking the highest rate of the season so far. Similar trends were reported in mandis across Sehore, Singrauli, Bhopal, and Barwani.

Key Reasons Behind the Price Hike:

• Crop damage due to monsoon rains
• A sudden spike in market demand
• Large-scale stocking by wholesale traders

This price rally raises several key questions: Will prices continue to rise in the coming days? Is this a profit-making opportunity for farmers? And how much more expensive will tomatoes make daily meals for consumers? Find all the answers and mandi-wise comparative prices in this report—so you can make informed decisions based on the latest trends in Today’s Mandi Bhav and Latest Mandi Prices.

Mandi-Wise Tomato Price Comparison: June 29 vs. July 5:

Where and Why Did Prices Rise the Most?

• Lashkar Mandi recorded the highest surge of ₹1800 per quintal, reaching ₹3000—a record high for this season.
• Sehore Mandi followed closely with a ₹1300 jump, bringing much-needed relief to local farmers.
• In other major markets like Bhopal, Singrauli, Barwani, and Hoshangabad, prices increased by ₹100 to ₹300 per quintal.

What’s Driving the Surge?

• Monsoon Impact: Heavy rains have damaged standing crops, reducing overall supply.
• Demand Spike: Retail and bulk demand has increased, especially from hotels and wedding caterers.
• Stockpiling by Traders: Anticipating further price hikes, wholesalers are hoarding produce.

Expert Advice for Farmers and Traders:

• For Farmers: Bring only high-quality tomatoes to well-performing mandis where rates are currently between ₹2500 and ₹3000 per quintal.
• For Traders: Plan stocking strategies wisely, as weather conditions directly affect sensitive crops like tomatoes.

Stay updated with accurate mandi rates to make the most of market opportunities. For daily updates, follow our Today’s Mandi Bhav reports.

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