In the day's wholesale-price digest for 28 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in SMY Takoli APMC. This is one of several Potato rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Potato is about 20.3% below the period average, sitting just 46.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 28 Oct 2026, so you can see where SMY Takoli APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,950 (28.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at SMY Takoli APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,004. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 27 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 26 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 23 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at SMY Takoli APMC on 28 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.