From today's trading desk on 19 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹601 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
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹610
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹601
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 0.5% below the period average — just 23.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹1,500 (27.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Barabanki APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹785, with the average around ₹604. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹601 |
| 18 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹745 | ₹600 | ₹607 |
| 16 Oct | ₹745 | ₹600 | ₹605 |
| 15 Oct | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹740 | ₹600 | ₹602 |
| 13 Oct | ₹740 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 12 Oct | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 24 Sep | ₹725 | ₹600 | ₹604 |
| 23 Sep | ₹730 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 22 Sep | ₹735 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 21 Sep | ₹740 | ₹600 | ₹607 |
| 20 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹602 |
| 19 Sep | ₹745 | ₹600 | ₹604 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Barabanki APMC logged this Potato rate on 19 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.