Based on what the markets reported on 20 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹400 per quintal in Lohian Khas APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Lohian Khas APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹500
- Lowest Price Today₹300
- Average (Modal) Price₹400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Potato is about 0.7% below the period average, sitting just 33.3% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,150 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 9 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
The ₹1,400 (24.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Lohian Khas APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹600, with the average around ₹403. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 18 Oct | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Lohian Khas APMC on 20 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.