In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Melaghar APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jalander)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Potato about 13.7% below the period average, and just 29.4% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,850 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(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.
At ₹1,100 (19.1%), 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 Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,700, with the average around ₹1,390. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
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 headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Melaghar APMC on 17 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.