As the 15 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Potato yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹820
- Lowest Price Today₹780
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
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.
This puts Potato about 2.6% above the period average, and just 9.1% 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 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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 ₹1,250 (22.7%) 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 Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹880, with the average around ₹780. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 12 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 11 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 10 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 08 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC reported Potato at this level on 15 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.