In the price report dated 18 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹640 per quintal in Samsi APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹650
- Lowest Price Today₹620
- Average (Modal) Price₹640
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Local)
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 4.8% below the period average and just 20.0% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 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 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹1,500 (27.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Samsi APMC ranged between ₹580 and ₹800, with the average around ₹672. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹640 |
| 17 Oct | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 16 Oct | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 15 Oct | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 14 Oct | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 13 Oct | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 12 Oct | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 25 Sep | ₹640 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 24 Sep | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 23 Sep | ₹640 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 21 Sep | ₹650 | ₹630 | ₹640 |
| 19 Sep | ₹650 | ₹625 | ₹640 |
| 18 Sep | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 16 Sep | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 15 Sep | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹640 |
| 14 Sep | ₹650 | ₹630 | ₹640 |
| 11 Sep | ₹650 | ₹630 | ₹640 |
| 10 Sep | ₹650 | ₹630 | ₹640 |
| 09 Sep | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹780 |
| 08 Sep | ₹730 | ₹700 | ₹720 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Samsi APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.