As the 28 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Potato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,750 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Potato today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 40.5% above the period average and just 2.8% 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 28 Oct 2026, so you can see where Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹1,950 (28.7%), 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 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,226. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹6,250 |
| 26 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 23 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 21 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 20 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
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
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
Bottom line: on 28 Oct 2026, Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Potato. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.