With the 17 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹1,400 per quintal in Raxaul APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Potato about 3.3% below the period average, and just 22.2% 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 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,850 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,100 (19.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Raxaul APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,448. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,550 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,650 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,550 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
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
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Raxaul APMC on 17 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.