Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Sep 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹559 per quintal in Agra APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,100
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹559
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Potato is about 8.5% above the period average, sitting just 69.1% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 8 Kodaikkanal(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹750 (13.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Agra APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,810, with the average around ₹515. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹559 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹544 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹565 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,661 | ₹500 | ₹602 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹538 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹537 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹558 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹574 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹558 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹566 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹561 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹570 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹549 |
| 03 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹503 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹585 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹557 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹549 |
| 30 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹511 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹524 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Agra APMC on 16 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.