Reading today's price tape for 16 Jul 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹705 per quintal in Samsi APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Potato today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹710
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹705
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Jul 2026
- CommodityPotato (Local)
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.
Right now Potato is about 0.1% below the period average — just 10.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 16 Jul 2026, so you can see where Samsi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
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 ₹1,800 (31.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Samsi APMC ranged between ₹670 and ₹790, with the average around ₹706. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 02 Aug | ₹710 | ₹690 | ₹700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹700 | ₹680 | ₹690 |
| 30 Jul | ₹790 | ₹750 | ₹780 |
| 29 Jul | ₹700 | ₹680 | ₹690 |
| 27 Jul | ₹700 | ₹670 | ₹680 |
| 26 Jul | ₹700 | ₹680 | ₹690 |
| 24 Jul | ₹700 | ₹680 | ₹690 |
| 23 Jul | ₹700 | ₹690 | ₹695 |
| 21 Jul | ₹730 | ₹720 | ₹725 |
| 20 Jul | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 18 Jul | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 16 Jul | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 15 Jul | ₹715 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 14 Jul | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 13 Jul | ₹715 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 11 Jul | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 10 Jul | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 08 Jul | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 07 Jul | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Samsi APMC logged this Potato rate on 16 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.