In the latest market update for 12 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Mehmoodabad APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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 2.4% above the period average, sitting just 11.8% 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 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Tiruppur (North) (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 ₹1,500 (27.3%) 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 Mehmoodabad APMC ranged between ₹580 and ₹680, with the average around ₹586. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 23 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 |
| 12 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹680 | ₹600 | ₹604 |
| 08 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 06 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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Mehmoodabad APMC on 12 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.