Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Sep 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,132 per quintal in Buxur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Buxur APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,138
- Lowest Price Today₹1,128
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,132
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Potato about 2.2% below the period average, and just 22.3% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,650 |
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 ₹1,100 (19.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Buxur APMC ranged between ₹1,082 and ₹1,456, with the average around ₹1,157. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹1,138 | ₹1,128 | ₹1,132 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,142 | ₹1,135 | ₹1,138 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,124 | ₹1,110 | ₹1,114 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,112 | ₹1,102 | ₹1,106 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,175 | ₹1,169 | ₹1,172 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,172 | ₹1,168 | ₹1,170 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,168 | ₹1,162 | ₹1,164 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,168 | ₹1,162 | ₹1,164 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,112 | ₹1,104 | ₹1,110 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,208 | ₹1,205 | ₹1,206 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,168 | ₹1,156 | ₹1,162 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,162 | ₹1,152 | ₹1,158 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,152 | ₹1,142 | ₹1,145 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,152 | ₹1,145 | ₹1,148 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,142 | ₹1,136 | ₹1,140 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,456 | ₹1,445 | ₹1,449 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,134 | ₹1,132 | ₹1,134 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,135 | ₹1,127 | ₹1,132 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,138 | ₹1,125 | ₹1,136 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,164 | ₹1,156 | ₹1,162 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
The takeaway: Buxur APMC reported Potato at this level on 18 Sep 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.