Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹950 per quintal in Roorkee 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹750
- Average (Modal) Price₹950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 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 4.7% below the period average, and just 26.9% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Anna nagar(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 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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 ₹1,250 (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 Roorkee APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹1,300, with the average around ₹997. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹750 | ₹950 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹750 | ₹950 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹750 | ₹950 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹750 | ₹950 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹700 | ₹950 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹900 | ₹1,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,180 | ₹750 | ₹850 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Roorkee APMC on 16 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.