Reading today's price tape for 17 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹586 per quintal in Agra APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,100
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹586
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Potato is about 11.4% above the period average, sitting just 66.8% 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 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Agra 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 | ₹6,850 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(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.
At ₹1,100 (19.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Agra APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,766, with the average around ₹526. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹572 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹586 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹569 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹577 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,766 | ₹500 | ₹578 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹509 |
| 12 Oct | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹563 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹629 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹540 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹596 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹553 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹555 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹570 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹575 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹559 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹544 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹565 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,661 | ₹500 | ₹602 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹538 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Agra APMC on 17 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.