In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Sep 2026, Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Potato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,500 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Potato today, setting the tone for the session.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Potato about 8.9% above the period average, and just 18.8% 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 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 3 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
That ₹1,250 (23.8%) 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 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,969. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Potato on 16 Sep 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.