In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Sep 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹550 per quintal in Kayamganj APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Kayamganj APMC on Top Today
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₹550
- Lowest Price Today₹550
- Average (Modal) Price₹550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 5.7% below the period average and just 8.3% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Kayamganj APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹600, with the average around ₹583. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 15 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 14 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 13 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 10 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 09 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 07 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 06 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 05 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 04 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 03 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 02 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 01 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 31 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 30 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 29 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 28 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kayamganj APMC posted this Potato rate on 16 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.