From today's trading desk on 19 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,250 per quintal in Jainagar APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,180
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Potato is about 4.1% above the period average — just 16.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,500 (27.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Jainagar APMC ranged between ₹950 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,201. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹1,180 | ₹1,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹1,220 | ₹1,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹980 | ₹1,050 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,080 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,150 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,320 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹950 | ₹1,060 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,080 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,150 | ₹1,250 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,220 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,420 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Jainagar APMC on 19 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.