With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹508 per quintal in Farukhabad APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹920
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹508
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Today's rate is about 11.6% below the period average and just 44.8% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,250 (22.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Farukhabad APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹920, with the average around ₹574. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹920 | ₹500 | ₹508 |
| 15 Oct | ₹650 | ₹500 | ₹502 |
| 14 Oct | ₹850 | ₹500 | ₹519 |
| 13 Oct | ₹850 | ₹500 | ₹510 |
| 12 Oct | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹565 | ₹500 | ₹502 |
| 23 Sep | ₹501 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹880 | ₹500 | ₹523 |
| 20 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹502 |
| 18 Sep | ₹880 | ₹500 | ₹519 |
| 17 Sep | ₹501 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹910 | ₹500 | ₹538 |
| 15 Sep | ₹825 | ₹500 | ₹516 |
| 14 Sep | ₹920 | ₹550 | ₹581 |
| 13 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 12 Sep | ₹900 | ₹550 | ₹565 |
| 11 Sep | ₹850 | ₹550 | ₹565 |
| 10 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Farukhabad 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.