In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹421 per quintal in Viswan APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
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₹400
- Average (Modal) Price₹421
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 29.0% below the period average and just 39.9% 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 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
A spread of ₹1,800 (31.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Viswan APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹700, with the average around ₹592. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹600 | ₹400 | ₹421 |
| 19 Oct | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 18 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹600 | ₹400 | ₹428 |
| 14 Oct | ₹600 | ₹400 | ₹425 |
| 12 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 18 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 13 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 12 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 09 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 07 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 06 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 05 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 04 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 03 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 02 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
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
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 20 Oct 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Viswan 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.