Here's the 15 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Potato was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Potato yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Potato is about 2.3% above the period average — just 25.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,134. 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 | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹5,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Potato rate on 15 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.