Turning to the 13 Oct 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Birbhum APMC. This is one of several Potato rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,080
- Lowest Price Today₹950
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.9% below the period average and just 90.9% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 13 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,400 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 8 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Alangudi(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 ₹900 (16.4%) 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 Birbhum APMC ranged between ₹950 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹1,009. 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 | ₹1,080 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,070 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,080 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,080 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,080 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,060 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 03 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,050 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,070 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,070 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,070 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,070 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,070 | ₹950 | ₹1,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Potato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Birbhum APMC posted this Potato rate on 13 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.