Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Machmara APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Potato today.
01What Put Machmara 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₹1,100
- Lowest Price Today₹900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Potato about 11.1% below the period average, and just 28.6% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Machmara APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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 ₹1,500 (27.3%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Machmara APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹1,400, with the average around ₹1,125. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
The takeaway: Machmara APMC reported Potato at this level on 12 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.