Pulling together the 19 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Potato was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Palitana APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Potato is about 1.5% below the period average — just 37.5% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(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 ₹1,500 (27.3%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Palitana APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,539. 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 | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,550 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,550 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,150 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,350 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,350 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,550 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,550 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
The day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Palitana APMC on 19 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.