Turning to the 17 Oct 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Jangipura APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 16.6% below the period average and just 57.5% 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 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,850 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
The ₹1,100 (19.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Jangipura APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹1,412, with the average around ₹719. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹961 | ₹961 | ₹961 |
| 24 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,153 | ₹1,153 | ₹1,153 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,131 | ₹800 | ₹835 |
| 23 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,254 | ₹600 | ₹658 |
| 23 Jul | ₹600 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Jangipura APMC posted this Potato rate on 17 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.