In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,164 per quintal in Buxur APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,169
- Lowest Price Today₹1,162
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,164
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 0.3% above the period average — just 20.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Buxur 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 | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(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.
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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Buxur APMC ranged between ₹1,082 and ₹1,456, with the average around ₹1,160. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹1,169 | ₹1,162 | ₹1,164 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,170 | ₹1,162 | ₹1,165 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,212 | ₹1,205 | ₹1,208 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,260 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,256 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,142 | ₹1,132 | ₹1,138 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,142 | ₹1,132 | ₹1,136 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,142 | ₹1,136 | ₹1,140 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,128 | ₹1,120 | ₹1,125 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Potato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Buxur APMC logged this Potato rate on 16 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.