Reading today's price tape for 26 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,375 per quintal in Surat APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Potato yard so you can see where this one falls.
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₹2,250
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,375
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Potato is about 23.4% above the period average, sitting just 40.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 26 Oct 2026, so you can see where Surat 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 | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 8 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
That ₹750 (11.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹2,300, with the average around ₹1,114. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Oct | ₹2,100 | ₹500 | ₹1,300 |
| 26 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹500 | ₹1,375 |
| 24 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹500 | ₹1,375 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹500 | ₹1,400 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹500 | ₹1,375 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,100 | ₹500 | ₹1,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,350 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,350 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,150 | ₹500 | ₹1,325 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹500 | ₹1,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹500 | ₹1,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹500 | ₹1,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹500 | ₹1,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,750 | ₹500 | ₹1,125 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹500 | ₹1,150 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,750 | ₹500 | ₹1,125 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹500 | ₹1,150 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,750 | ₹600 | ₹1,175 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,750 | ₹600 | ₹1,175 |
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
Farmers comparing Potato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Surat APMC on 26 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.