Here's the 21 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Potato was quoted at ₹602 per quintal in Barabanki APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Potato yards.
01What Put Barabanki APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹750
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹602
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Potato is about 0.3% below the period average — just 23.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹602 |
| 20 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹720 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Potato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Barabanki APMC logged this Potato rate on 21 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.