Across the reporting yards on 17 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Karera(F&V) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Karera(F&V) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.4% above the period average and just 50.0% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,850 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹1,100 (19.1%) 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 Karera(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,600, with the average around ₹797. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹500 | ₹700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹500 | ₹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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Karera(F&V) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.