In the latest market update for 21 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹501 per quintal in Etawah APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹521
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹501
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Potato is about 4.3% below the period average — just 58.2% 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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
A spread of ₹1,500 (25.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Etawah APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹524. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹521 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 20 Oct | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹506 |
| 19 Oct | ₹850 | ₹500 | ₹509 |
| 18 Oct | ₹512 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 17 Oct | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹505 |
| 16 Oct | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹503 |
| 15 Oct | ₹809 | ₹500 | ₹506 |
| 14 Oct | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹502 |
| 13 Oct | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹506 |
| 12 Oct | ₹521 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹502 |
| 23 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹505 |
| 21 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹531 |
| 18 Sep | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹503 |
| 17 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹506 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Etawah 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.