Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Sep 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹3,050 per quintal in Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 3.3% above the period average, sitting just 23.8% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,650 |
| 12 Aranthangi(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.
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.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,952. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,400 |
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
The day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.