From today's trading desk on 20 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹3,050 per quintal in Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Potato is about 2.3% below the period average, sitting just 49.2% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,150 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 9 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,400 (24.3%) 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 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,123. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 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 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Oct 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.