In the price report dated 12 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹950 per quintal in Roorkee APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.9% below the period average and just 26.9% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
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.
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.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Roorkee APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹1,300, with the average around ₹999. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹700 | ₹950 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹900 | ₹1,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,180 | ₹750 | ₹850 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Potato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Roorkee 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.