Based on what the markets reported on 22 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹560 per quintal in Islampur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Potato today.
01What Put Islampur APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹580
- Lowest Price Today₹540
- Average (Modal) Price₹560
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Potato is about 23.1% below the period average — just 68.9% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where Islampur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,300 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
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.
At ₹1,400 (23.7%), 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Islampur APMC ranged between ₹520 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹728. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹580 | ₹540 | ₹560 |
| 17 Oct | ₹580 | ₹525 | ₹550 |
| 15 Oct | ₹580 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 13 Oct | ₹600 | ₹550 | ₹580 |
| 25 Sep | ₹620 | ₹580 | ₹600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹600 | ₹550 | ₹580 |
| 19 Sep | ₹580 | ₹540 | ₹560 |
| 17 Sep | ₹580 | ₹530 | ₹550 |
| 15 Sep | ₹580 | ₹530 | ₹550 |
| 13 Sep | ₹580 | ₹530 | ₹560 |
| 11 Sep | ₹580 | ₹520 | ₹550 |
| 10 Sep | ₹580 | ₹540 | ₹550 |
| 08 Sep | ₹580 | ₹520 | ₹550 |
| 07 Sep | ₹580 | ₹520 | ₹550 |
| 05 Sep | ₹600 | ₹550 | ₹580 |
| 03 Sep | ₹600 | ₹550 | ₹580 |
| 01 Sep | ₹660 | ₹640 | ₹650 |
| 27 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 22 Aug | ₹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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Islampur APMC on 22 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.