In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Salon APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Potato yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
Today's rate is about 6.1% below the period average and just 14.3% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
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.
The ₹1,800 (31.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Salon APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹700, with the average around ₹639. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 18 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹607 |
| 24 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 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 | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹600 | ₹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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Salon APMC posted this Potato rate on 20 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.