UK Tomatoes Prices
On the DEFRA price index (2020 = 100), UK tomatoes prices were 120.9 in July 2026 — 20.9% above the 2020 average@if($c['yoy']!==null && !$abs), down 15.8% year on year@endif.
UK Tomatoes price trend (2014–2026)
Index, 2020 = 100 (annual average). Latest bar = 2026.
The numbers
| Price index (July 2026, 2020=100) | 120.9 (20.9% above 2020) |
|---|---|
| Index year-on-year | -15.8% |
| Index five-year change | -6.8% |
Understanding these figures
This is a price index, not an absolute price: it shows how the UK farm-gate price of tomatoes has moved relative to its 2020 average (set at 100). Tomatoes itself is usually quoted £ per kg. For current absolute market prices, see AHDB.
Tomatoes price frequently asked questions
Are UK tomatoes prices going up or down?
UK tomatoes prices in July 2026 were down 15.8% on a year earlier.
What is the tomatoes price index?
It is DEFRA's measure of how the farm-gate price of tomatoes has changed relative to 2020 (set at 100). A value of 120.9 means prices are 20.9% above the 2020 average.
Where does this data come from?
From official DEFRA statistics published on gov.uk under the Open Government Licence: the Agricultural Price Index for the trend. We do not republish restricted commercial data.
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Source: DEFRA Agricultural Price Indices, Crown copyright, published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Page updated 4 Nov 2026.