Reading today's price tape for 20 Oct 2026, Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Potato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,600 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Potato, making it the day's standout.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Potato is about 15.7% above the period average, sitting just 7.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 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 ₹1,850 (32.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹6,569. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Potato on 20 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.