Turning to the 17 Oct 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹764 per quintal in Kosikalan APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹764
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Desi)
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.
This puts Potato about 3.1% above the period average, and just 15.2% 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
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 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
At ₹1,100 (19.1%), 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 Kosikalan APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹900, with the average around ₹741. 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 | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹764 |
| 16 Oct | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹740 |
| 15 Oct | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹765 |
| 13 Oct | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹752 |
| 12 Oct | ₹780 | ₹700 | ₹740 |
| 25 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹767 |
| 22 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹780 | ₹700 | ₹740 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kosikalan APMC reported Potato at this level on 17 Oct 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.