In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹2,750 per quintal in Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Potato about 20.7% above the period average, and just 8.3% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(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.
The ₹1,500 (27.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,278. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Potato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Potato at this level on 19 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.