In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Sep 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,127 per quintal in Chaandpur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
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₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,127
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 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.
Today's rate is about 17.2% above the period average and just 24.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Chaandpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 8 Kodaikkanal(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹750 (13.0%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Chaandpur APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹962. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,127 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹850 | ₹800 | ₹812 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,040 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,040 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹800 | ₹1,026 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹900 | ₹850 | ₹882 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹968 |
| 16 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 15 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹900 | ₹1,070 |
| 19 Jun | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 16 Jun | ₹960 | ₹960 | ₹960 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Sep 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Chaandpur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.