From today's trading desk on 19 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹630 per quintal in Samsi APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Samsi APMC on Top Today
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₹630
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Potato is about 6.3% below the period average, sitting just 21.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 19 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 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
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 ₹1,300 (22.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Samsi APMC on 19 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.