Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Sandi APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Sandi APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.2% below the period average and just 14.3% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sandi 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 | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Tiruppur (North) (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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Sandi APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹700, with the average around ₹620. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 06 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 01 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
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 headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sandi APMC posted this Potato rate on 12 Oct 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.