In the price report dated 30 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Potato about 0.4% above the period average, and just 50.0% 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 30 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,750 (26.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,993. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Shimoga APMC on 30 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.