Turning to the 22 Oct 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹1,300 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jalander)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 6.2% below the period average and just 23.5% 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 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,400 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,150 (18.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,700, with the average around ₹1,386. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 20 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Oct 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Melaghar 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.