Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Sep 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Barabanki APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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 0.7% below the period average, and just 33.3% 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 19 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,650 |
| 12 Alangudi(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.
A spread of ₹1,250 (22.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Barabanki APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹900, with the average around ₹604. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹745 | ₹600 | ₹605 |
| 17 Sep | ₹740 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 16 Sep | ₹745 | ₹600 | ₹605 |
| 15 Sep | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹606 |
| 14 Sep | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹604 |
| 13 Sep | ₹740 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 12 Sep | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹745 | ₹600 | ₹607 |
| 10 Sep | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹608 |
| 09 Sep | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹607 |
| 08 Sep | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹605 |
| 07 Sep | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹608 |
| 06 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹745 | ₹600 | ₹604 |
| 04 Sep | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 03 Sep | ₹745 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 02 Sep | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹604 |
| 01 Sep | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹608 |
| 31 Aug | ₹755 | ₹600 | ₹606 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Barabanki APMC reported Potato at this level on 19 Sep 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.