In the mandi rate roundup for 15 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹650 per quintal in Rura APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹650
- Lowest Price Today₹650
- Average (Modal) Price₹650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 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.
This puts Potato about 1.8% below the period average, and just 7.1% 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 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sivakasi(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.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Rura APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹700, with the average around ₹662. 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 Oct | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 15 Oct | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 13 Oct | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 12 Oct | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 24 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 23 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 22 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 21 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 20 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 18 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 13 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 12 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 11 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 10 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 09 Sep | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
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
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Rura APMC on 15 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.