In the latest market update for 12 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹820 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Ghatal APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹830
- Lowest Price Today₹810
- Average (Modal) Price₹820
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Potato is about 5.6% below the period average, sitting just 15.5% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 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 ₹1,500 (27.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹970, with the average around ₹869. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹830 | ₹810 | ₹820 |
| 24 Sep | ₹830 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 23 Sep | ₹850 | ₹830 | ₹840 |
| 21 Sep | ₹830 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 19 Sep | ₹850 | ₹830 | ₹840 |
| 17 Sep | ₹850 | ₹830 | ₹840 |
| 16 Sep | ₹840 | ₹820 | ₹830 |
| 15 Sep | ₹860 | ₹840 | ₹850 |
| 14 Sep | ₹850 | ₹830 | ₹840 |
| 11 Sep | ₹830 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 10 Sep | ₹840 | ₹800 | ₹830 |
| 09 Sep | ₹850 | ₹800 | ₹830 |
| 08 Sep | ₹830 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 07 Sep | ₹820 | ₹800 | ₹810 |
| 06 Sep | ₹840 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 03 Sep | ₹820 | ₹800 | ₹810 |
| 02 Sep | ₹830 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 01 Sep | ₹840 | ₹820 | ₹830 |
| 31 Aug | ₹850 | ₹830 | ₹840 |
| 28 Aug | ₹860 | ₹845 | ₹850 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Ghatal APMC on 12 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.