In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Potato about 20.0% above the period average, and just 10.4% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,500 (27.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹3,584. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,950 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
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
The headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.