Looking at how the yards traded on 20 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Halahali APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Potato is about 11.3% below the period average — just 23.8% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,800 (31.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Halahali APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹2,100, with the average around ₹1,804. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Halahali APMC logged this Potato rate on 20 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.