In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Rayya APMC stood at the front of the pack for Potato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹725 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹725
- Lowest Price Today₹725
- Average (Modal) Price₹725
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date18 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.
This puts Potato about 10.0% above the period average, and just 34.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Rayya APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,110, with the average around ₹659. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹725 | ₹725 | ₹725 |
| 17 Oct | ₹730 | ₹730 | ₹730 |
| 16 Oct | ₹730 | ₹730 | ₹730 |
| 15 Oct | ₹732 | ₹732 | ₹732 |
| 13 Oct | ₹732 | ₹732 | ₹732 |
| 25 Sep | ₹743 | ₹743 | ₹743 |
| 24 Sep | ₹582 | ₹582 | ₹582 |
| 23 Sep | ₹605 | ₹605 | ₹605 |
| 22 Sep | ₹590 | ₹590 | ₹590 |
| 21 Sep | ₹742 | ₹742 | ₹742 |
| 19 Sep | ₹515 | ₹515 | ₹515 |
| 18 Sep | ₹745 | ₹745 | ₹745 |
| 14 Sep | ₹745 | ₹745 | ₹745 |
| 12 Sep | ₹748 | ₹748 | ₹748 |
| 11 Sep | ₹749 | ₹749 | ₹749 |
| 10 Sep | ₹748 | ₹748 | ₹748 |
| 09 Sep | ₹635 | ₹635 | ₹635 |
| 08 Sep | ₹693 | ₹693 | ₹693 |
| 07 Sep | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
The takeaway: Rayya APMC was the market to beat for Potato on 18 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.