In the mandi rate roundup for 15 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹280 per quintal in Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Potato today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹480
- Lowest Price Today₹100
- Average (Modal) Price₹280
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 15.4% below the period average and just 63.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sivakasi(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.
At ₹1,250 (22.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC ranged between ₹80 and ₹760, with the average around ₹331. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹600 | ₹140 | ₹320 |
| 15 Oct | ₹480 | ₹100 | ₹280 |
| 13 Oct | ₹540 | ₹120 | ₹300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹500 | ₹100 | ₹280 |
| 24 Sep | ₹500 | ₹120 | ₹240 |
| 23 Sep | ₹460 | ₹100 | ₹220 |
| 22 Sep | ₹500 | ₹120 | ₹240 |
| 21 Sep | ₹440 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹540 | ₹130 | ₹300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹540 | ₹120 | ₹280 |
| 15 Sep | ₹500 | ₹100 | ₹260 |
| 14 Sep | ₹520 | ₹100 | ₹280 |
| 11 Sep | ₹480 | ₹110 | ₹300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹600 | ₹100 | ₹280 |
| 09 Sep | ₹520 | ₹120 | ₹300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹660 | ₹100 | ₹400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹600 | ₹130 | ₹340 |
| 03 Sep | ₹600 | ₹100 | ₹320 |
| 02 Sep | ₹700 | ₹150 | ₹400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹640 | ₹100 | ₹360 |
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
The day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC posted this Potato rate on 15 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.