As the 17 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹601 per quintal in Kasganj APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹604
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹601
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 0.3% below the period average and just 33.2% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,850 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,100 (19.1%), 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Kasganj APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹900, with the average around ₹603. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹604 | ₹600 | ₹601 |
| 16 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹605 | ₹600 | ₹601 |
| 12 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 24 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹603 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹601 |
| 21 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹606 |
| 15 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹603 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Kasganj 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.