In the latest market update for 24 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹835 per quintal in Egra/contai APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
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₹850
- Lowest Price Today₹820
- Average (Modal) Price₹835
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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.
At this level, Potato is about 1.4% below the period average, sitting just 7.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
The ₹1,100 (16.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Egra/contai APMC ranged between ₹750 and ₹900, with the average around ₹847. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 23 Oct | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 22 Oct | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 21 Oct | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 16 Oct | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 14 Oct | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 13 Oct | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 24 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 23 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 21 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 19 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 16 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 15 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 14 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 11 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 10 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 08 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 07 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 03 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 02 Sep | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
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 sum up, this was the Potato rate at Egra/contai APMC on 24 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.