From today's trading desk on 15 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹880 per quintal in Dhand APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹900
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹880
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 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 10.0% below the period average — just 41.3% 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 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,250 (22.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Dhand APMC ranged between ₹750 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹978. 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 | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 15 Oct | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹880 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 23 Sep | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹880 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 21 Sep | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹790 |
| 19 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹940 |
| 17 Sep | ₹800 | ₹770 | ₹790 |
| 15 Sep | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹790 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 12 Sep | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,090 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,090 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,090 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Dhand APMC logged this Potato rate on 15 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.