Reading today's price tape for 12 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Bankura Sadar APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Potato today.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹625
- Lowest Price Today₹585
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- 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.
Right now Potato is about 12.9% below the period average — just 25.0% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,500 (27.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Bankura Sadar APMC ranged between ₹580 and ₹800, with the average around ₹689. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹620 | ₹580 | ₹600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹625 | ₹585 | ₹600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 24 Sep | ₹690 | ₹645 | ₹665 |
| 23 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 22 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 21 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 20 Sep | ₹685 | ₹645 | ₹665 |
| 17 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 16 Sep | ₹670 | ₹635 | ₹655 |
| 15 Sep | ₹675 | ₹635 | ₹655 |
| 14 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 12 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 11 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 10 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 09 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 08 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 07 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 05 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 03 Sep | ₹680 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Bankura Sadar APMC on 12 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.