In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹525 per quintal in Ratia APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹550
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹525
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
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 13.8% below the period average — just 25.0% 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 Ratia 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 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Ratia APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹700, with the average around ₹609. 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 | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹525 |
| 13 Oct | ₹525 | ₹500 | ₹510 |
| 24 Sep | ₹600 | ₹550 | ₹570 |
| 23 Sep | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹605 |
| 21 Sep | ₹625 | ₹610 | ₹615 |
| 19 Sep | ₹615 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 16 Sep | ₹615 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 15 Sep | ₹615 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 14 Sep | ₹620 | ₹550 | ₹610 |
| 11 Sep | ₹620 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 10 Sep | ₹625 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 08 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
| 07 Sep | ₹620 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 05 Sep | ₹625 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
| 02 Sep | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
| 31 Aug | ₹625 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
| 29 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹625 |
| 28 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹625 |
| 26 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
| 25 Aug | ₹625 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To wrap up, Ratia 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.