Turning to the 19 Oct 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹620 per quintal in Pandua APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹660
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹620
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
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 11.4% below the period average and just 27.1% 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 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Alangudi(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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Pandua APMC ranged between ₹560 and ₹850, with the average around ₹700. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹660 |
| 19 Oct | ₹660 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 18 Oct | ₹680 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 16 Oct | ₹680 | ₹580 | ₹620 |
| 15 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹640 |
| 14 Oct | ₹680 | ₹600 | ₹640 |
| 13 Oct | ₹660 | ₹560 | ₹600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹730 | ₹660 | ₹700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹730 | ₹660 | ₹700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹740 | ₹670 | ₹700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹720 | ₹670 | ₹700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹740 | ₹660 | ₹680 |
| 16 Sep | ₹730 | ₹660 | ₹700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹730 | ₹660 | ₹700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹740 | ₹660 | ₹720 |
| 13 Sep | ₹730 | ₹660 | ₹700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹720 | ₹650 | ₹680 |
| 10 Sep | ₹730 | ₹660 | ₹680 |
| 08 Sep | ₹740 | ₹660 | ₹680 |
| 07 Sep | ₹720 | ₹660 | ₹680 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Pandua APMC posted this Potato rate on 19 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.