Pulling together the 18 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Potato was quoted at ₹400 per quintal in Lohian Khas APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Potato markets.
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₹500
- Lowest Price Today₹300
- Average (Modal) Price₹400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
At this level, Potato is about 0.7% below the period average, sitting just 33.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Lohian Khas APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Alangudi(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.
The ₹1,500 (27.3%) 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 Lohian Khas APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹600, with the average around ₹403. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
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
The headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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 sum up, this was the Potato rate at Lohian Khas APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.