With the 18 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹900 per quintal in Tarantaran APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Tarantaran APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹900
- Lowest Price Today₹900
- Average (Modal) Price₹900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
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 4.0% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹1,100 (19.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Tarantaran APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹900, with the average around ₹865. 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 Sep | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹880 | ₹880 | ₹880 |
| 10 Sep | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 07 Sep | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 05 Sep | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 04 Sep | ₹870 | ₹870 | ₹870 |
| 03 Sep | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 29 Aug | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 24 Aug | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 23 Aug | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 21 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 17 Aug | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 16 Aug | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 15 Aug | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 14 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 11 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
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
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: Tarantaran APMC reported Potato at this level on 18 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.