With the 25 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹835 per quintal in Egra/contai APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Egra/contai 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₹850
- Lowest Price Today₹820
- Average (Modal) Price₹835
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 1.4% below the period average and just 7.2% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
That ₹750 (11.1%) 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 Egra/contai APMC ranged between ₹750 and ₹900, with the average around ₹847. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 25 Oct | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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, Egra/contai APMC posted this Potato rate on 25 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.