Kolar city, home to one of South Asia’s largest tomato mandates (APMC), serves as the primary hub for tomato trade in Karnataka. While retail-specific tomato vendors are limited, here’s how you can source quality produce:
🔍 Where to Buy Tomatoes in Kolar
1. Kolar APMC Mandi (Wholesale Hub)
- Bulk tomato arrivals from over 20,000 hectares in the region
- Open to licensed mandi buyers only—we represent small-volume buyers through Kolar Red Gold
- Direct access ensures best available rates and fresh lots ThePrint+10The Hindu Business Line+10The Times of India+10The Times of India+2The New Indian Express+2commodityonline.com+2
2. Local Vegetable Retailers in Kolar City
- Small shops and street vendors around Karond, Old Kolar Main Road, and near JK Hospital offer fresh tomato stock every morning. For larger quantities or specific grades, retail shops may source directly from mandi vendors on request Reddit+1Reddit+1.
3. HOPCOMS Outlets (Bangalore Network)
- Operated by Karnataka’s horticulture cooperative society, a few HOPCOMS outlets exist in Kolar district and sell vegetables at wholesale retail pricing. While not specifically a tomato outlet, they offer fair-rate produce sourced from nearby farms including Kolar Wikipedia.
✅ Best Way to Source Quality Tomatoes Locally
If you’re looking for bulk-grade tomatoes — especially for processing or resale — the APMC mandi remains unmatched. Retail shops offer convenience but lack access to exporters or special varieties.
At Kolar Red Gold, we bridge that gap:
- ✅ We procure tomatoes directly from Kolar mandi legally and transparently
- ✅ Available in varieties like Desi, Hybrid, Roma, Cherry, Green
- ✅ Only ₹5 per box commission (no brokers)
- ✅ Full logistics support – grading, sorting, packing, transport
- ✅ Daily updates on mandi prices and lot availability
📞 Want Wholesale Access?
Reach out to Kolar Red Gold — it’s the most reliable way to source from Kolar tomatoes even if you’re not a registered mandi agent.
Contact Us:
📞 WA / Call: +91 97389 59525
📧 Email: kolarredgold@gmail.com
🌐 Visit: www.kolarredgold.in
📌 Quick Summary
| Source | Ideal For | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Kolar APMC Mandi | Bulk buyers, exporters, processors | Best for volume, price & quality |
| Local vegetable shops | Daily household retail | Limited quantity, no grading |
| HOPCOMS retail outlets | Fair-price consumer retail | Limited varieties & supply |
