In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Sep 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Kosikalan APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
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₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 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 19.2% below the period average, and just 33.3% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 20 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kosikalan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 6 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,650 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Singanallur(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.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Kosikalan APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹900, with the average around ₹743. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹810 | ₹750 | ₹780 |
| 16 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹766 |
| 15 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹776 |
| 13 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹781 |
| 10 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹767 |
| 07 Sep | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹760 |
| 05 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹714 |
| 03 Sep | ₹810 | ₹750 | ₹760 |
| 02 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹764 |
| 30 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹714 |
| 29 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
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 headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kosikalan APMC reported Potato at this level on 20 Sep 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.