As the 12 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹1,550 per quintal in Dasda APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Potato yards.
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₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
Today's rate is about 16.5% above the period average and just 8.8% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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 ₹1,500 (27.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Dasda APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹1,700, with the average around ₹1,330. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,550 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,550 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,450 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,450 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Dasda APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.