As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Oct 2026, Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Potato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,850 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Potato leader.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
Today's rate is about 5.0% above the period average and just 14.4% short of 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,850 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹1,100 (19.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,523. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Potato. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.