With the 19 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Kohima APMC. This is one of several Potato rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Potato about 32.4% below the period average, and just 50.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹1,500 (27.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Kohima APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,700. 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 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Potato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
The takeaway: Kohima APMC reported Potato at this level on 19 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.