Here's the 16 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Potato was quoted at ₹616 per quintal in Lalganj APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹616
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Potato is about 12.6% below the period average, sitting just 44.0% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
That ₹1,250 (22.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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. 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 | ₹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
The day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Lalganj APMC on 16 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.