In the mandi rate roundup for 14 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹615 per quintal in Lalganj APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹850
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹615
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Potato about 12.8% below the period average, and just 44.1% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 14 Oct 2026, so you can see where Lalganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(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.
At ₹1,000 (17.4%), 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 Lalganj APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹705. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹616 |
| 15 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹625 |
| 14 Oct | ₹850 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
| 13 Oct | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹634 |
| 12 Oct | ₹950 | ₹600 | ₹663 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹743 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹827 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹869 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹774 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹771 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹804 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹872 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹788 |
| 16 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹645 |
| 15 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹655 |
| 14 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹635 |
| 11 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹655 |
| 09 Sep | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹648 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Lalganj APMC on 14 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.