With the 27 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 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.
Today's rate is about 0.4% below the period average and just 6.7% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 27 Oct 2026, so you can see where Palacode(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 | ₹7,750 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
At ₹1,000 (14.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,812. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 25 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,850 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,850 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,850 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,850 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Potato rate on 27 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.