Checking the day's mandi numbers for 15 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹580 per quintal in Raiganj APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹550
- Average (Modal) Price₹580
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 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.
At this level, Potato is about 15.2% below the period average, sitting just 27.5% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 15 Oct 2026, so you can see where Raiganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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 ₹1,250 (22.7%) 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 Raiganj APMC ranged between ₹520 and ₹800, with the average around ₹684. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹600 | ₹550 | ₹580 |
| 13 Oct | ₹600 | ₹550 | ₹580 |
| 17 Sep | ₹580 | ₹530 | ₹550 |
| 15 Sep | ₹580 | ₹530 | ₹550 |
| 10 Sep | ₹580 | ₹540 | ₹570 |
| 08 Sep | ₹580 | ₹520 | ₹550 |
| 07 Sep | ₹580 | ₹520 | ₹550 |
| 03 Sep | ₹600 | ₹550 | ₹580 |
| 01 Sep | ₹610 | ₹580 | ₹600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹625 |
| 22 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 21 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 20 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 18 Aug | ₹680 | ₹650 | ₹660 |
| 14 Aug | ₹670 | ₹650 | ₹660 |
| 13 Aug | ₹680 | ₹650 | ₹660 |
| 12 Aug | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹650 |
| 09 Aug | ₹700 | ₹650 | ₹680 |
| 07 Aug | ₹700 | ₹650 | ₹680 |
| 06 Aug | ₹700 | ₹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
Farmers comparing Potato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Raiganj APMC on 15 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.