As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Barabanki APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Potato today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
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.
This puts Potato about 0.7% below the period average, and just 23.6% 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 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (27.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Barabanki APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹785, with the average around ₹604. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹745 | ₹600 | ₹607 |
| 16 Oct | ₹745 | ₹600 | ₹605 |
| 15 Oct | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹740 | ₹600 | ₹602 |
| 13 Oct | ₹740 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 12 Oct | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 24 Sep | ₹725 | ₹600 | ₹604 |
| 23 Sep | ₹730 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 22 Sep | ₹735 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 21 Sep | ₹740 | ₹600 | ₹607 |
| 20 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹602 |
| 19 Sep | ₹745 | ₹600 | ₹604 |
| 18 Sep | ₹745 | ₹600 | ₹605 |
| 17 Sep | ₹740 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 16 Sep | ₹745 | ₹600 | ₹605 |
| 15 Sep | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹606 |
| 14 Sep | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹604 |
| 13 Sep | ₹740 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 12 Sep | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
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
When picking where to sell Potato, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Barabanki APMC reported Potato at this level on 18 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.