Pulling together the 19 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Potato was quoted at ₹650 per quintal in Rura APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹650
- Lowest Price Today₹650
- Average (Modal) Price₹650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 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.
At this level, Potato is about 2.1% below the period average, sitting just 7.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
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 ₹1,300 (22.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Rura APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹700, with the average around ₹664. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 19 Oct | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 18 Oct | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Rura APMC on 19 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.