Across the reporting yards on 16 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹750 per quintal in Raikot APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹750
- Lowest Price Today₹750
- Average (Modal) Price₹750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Badshah)
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.
Today's rate is about 20.4% above the period average and right at 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Theni(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.
That ₹1,250 (22.7%) 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 Raikot APMC ranged between ₹350 and ₹750, with the average around ₹623. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹740 | ₹740 | ₹740 |
| 12 Oct | ₹740 | ₹740 | ₹740 |
| 25 Sep | ₹690 | ₹690 | ₹690 |
| 24 Sep | ₹690 | ₹690 | ₹690 |
| 23 Sep | ₹690 | ₹690 | ₹690 |
| 22 Sep | ₹690 | ₹690 | ₹690 |
| 21 Sep | ₹680 | ₹680 | ₹680 |
| 20 Sep | ₹680 | ₹680 | ₹680 |
| 19 Sep | ₹680 | ₹680 | ₹680 |
| 18 Sep | ₹680 | ₹680 | ₹680 |
| 17 Sep | ₹680 | ₹680 | ₹680 |
| 16 Sep | ₹680 | ₹680 | ₹680 |
| 15 Sep | ₹670 | ₹670 | ₹670 |
| 14 Sep | ₹670 | ₹670 | ₹670 |
| 13 Sep | ₹670 | ₹670 | ₹670 |
| 12 Sep | ₹670 | ₹670 | ₹670 |
| 10 Sep | ₹670 | ₹670 | ₹670 |
| 09 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Raikot APMC posted this Potato rate on 16 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.