Reading today's price tape for 05 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹860 per quintal in Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹880
- Lowest Price Today₹840
- Average (Modal) Price₹860
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
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.
Right now Potato is about 8.8% below the period average — just 17.3% 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 05 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,300 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,050 (16.8%) 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 Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC ranged between ₹820 and ₹1,040, with the average around ₹943. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹860 | ₹820 | ₹840 |
| 05 Aug | ₹880 | ₹840 | ₹860 |
| 04 Aug | ₹880 | ₹840 | ₹860 |
| 03 Aug | ₹880 | ₹840 | ₹860 |
| 31 Jul | ₹880 | ₹840 | ₹860 |
| 30 Jul | ₹880 | ₹840 | ₹860 |
| 29 Jul | ₹880 | ₹840 | ₹860 |
| 28 Jul | ₹900 | ₹860 | ₹880 |
| 27 Jul | ₹900 | ₹860 | ₹880 |
| 24 Jul | ₹920 | ₹880 | ₹900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹920 | ₹880 | ₹900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹920 | ₹880 | ₹900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹920 | ₹880 | ₹900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹960 | ₹920 | ₹940 |
| 17 Jul | ₹960 | ₹920 | ₹940 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹960 | ₹980 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹960 | ₹980 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹960 | ₹980 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹960 | ₹980 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹960 | ₹980 |
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
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC on 05 Aug 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.