As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹720 per quintal in Kandi APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹760
- Lowest Price Today₹680
- Average (Modal) Price₹720
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 2.4% below the period average and just 16.3% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,300 (22.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Kandi APMC ranged between ₹640 and ₹860, with the average around ₹738. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹760 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 16 Oct | ₹760 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 14 Oct | ₹760 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 13 Oct | ₹760 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 24 Sep | ₹760 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 23 Sep | ₹760 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 21 Sep | ₹780 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 18 Sep | ₹760 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 14 Sep | ₹780 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 13 Sep | ₹760 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 11 Sep | ₹760 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 10 Sep | ₹760 | ₹680 | ₹700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹780 | ₹660 | ₹700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹780 | ₹660 | ₹700 |
| 06 Sep | ₹780 | ₹660 | ₹700 |
| 02 Sep | ₹780 | ₹660 | ₹700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹780 | ₹660 | ₹700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹780 | ₹660 | ₹700 |
| 30 Aug | ₹780 | ₹660 | ₹700 |
| 27 Aug | ₹780 | ₹660 | ₹700 |
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
When picking where to sell Potato, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kandi APMC posted this Potato rate on 19 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.