From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹560 per quintal in Siliguri APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Siliguri APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹570
- Lowest Price Today₹550
- Average (Modal) Price₹560
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Potato is about 15.9% below the period average — just 28.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
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.
At ₹1,300 (22.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹550 and ₹780, with the average around ₹666. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 17 Oct | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 16 Oct | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 15 Oct | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 14 Oct | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 13 Oct | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 12 Oct | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 25 Sep | ₹620 | ₹590 | ₹600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹620 | ₹590 | ₹600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 20 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 19 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 18 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 17 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 16 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 15 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 14 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 13 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 12 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 11 Sep | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Siliguri APMC logged this Potato rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.