Turning to the 30 Oct 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Perinthalmanna Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 5.3% below the period average and just 30.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 30 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
The ₹1,750 (26.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Perinthalmanna Market APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹1,900. 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 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 25 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
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
Before carting Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Perinthalmanna Market APMC posted this Potato rate on 30 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.