In the price report dated 12 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹500 per quintal in Toofanganj APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹510
- Lowest Price Today₹490
- Average (Modal) Price₹500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 20.9% below the period average and just 34.2% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Toofanganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
A spread of ₹1,500 (27.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Toofanganj APMC ranged between ₹490 and ₹760, with the average around ₹632. 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 | ₹510 | ₹490 | ₹500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹510 | ₹490 | ₹500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹560 | ₹540 | ₹550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹560 | ₹540 | ₹550 |
| 22 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 21 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 19 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 18 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 17 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 16 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 15 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 14 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 12 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 11 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 10 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 09 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 08 Sep | ₹560 | ₹550 | ₹555 |
| 07 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 03 Sep | ₹580 | ₹560 | ₹570 |
| 02 Sep | ₹590 | ₹570 | ₹580 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Toofanganj APMC posted this Potato rate on 12 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.