Turning to the 16 Oct 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹1,850 per quintal in Bassi APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
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.
This puts Potato about 3.9% below the period average, and just 53.8% short of 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
A spread of ₹1,250 (22.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Bassi APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,925. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bassi APMC reported Potato at this level on 16 Oct 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.