Turning to the 18 Oct 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹640 per quintal in Rampurhat APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Potato yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹650
- Lowest Price Today₹630
- Average (Modal) Price₹640
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.6% below the period average and just 20.0% 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 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Rampurhat APMC ranged between ₹630 and ₹800, with the average around ₹700. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹650 | ₹630 | ₹640 |
| 13 Oct | ₹650 | ₹630 | ₹640 |
| 24 Sep | ₹670 | ₹650 | ₹660 |
| 23 Sep | ₹670 | ₹650 | ₹660 |
| 20 Sep | ₹670 | ₹650 | ₹660 |
| 19 Sep | ₹680 | ₹660 | ₹670 |
| 16 Sep | ₹680 | ₹650 | ₹670 |
| 15 Sep | ₹670 | ₹650 | ₹660 |
| 10 Sep | ₹690 | ₹670 | ₹680 |
| 08 Sep | ₹690 | ₹670 | ₹680 |
| 01 Sep | ₹670 | ₹650 | ₹660 |
| 31 Aug | ₹680 | ₹660 | ₹670 |
| 25 Aug | ₹720 | ₹680 | ₹700 |
| 24 Aug | ₹710 | ₹690 | ₹700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹720 | ₹680 | ₹700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹690 | ₹670 | ₹680 |
| 14 Aug | ₹670 | ₹650 | ₹660 |
| 13 Aug | ₹680 | ₹660 | ₹670 |
| 11 Aug | ₹680 | ₹660 | ₹670 |
| 08 Aug | ₹680 | ₹660 | ₹670 |
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
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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, Rampurhat APMC posted this Potato rate on 18 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.