Going by the latest APMC figures for 28 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹920 per quintal in Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Potato today.
01What Put Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹930
- Lowest Price Today₹900
- Average (Modal) Price₹920
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.7% below the period average and just 16.4% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 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.
That ₹1,850 (31.4%) 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 Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC ranged between ₹850 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹976. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹960 | ₹900 | ₹940 |
| 28 Aug | ₹930 | ₹900 | ₹920 |
| 26 Aug | ₹900 | ₹860 | ₹880 |
| 18 Aug | ₹910 | ₹860 | ₹880 |
| 14 Aug | ₹930 | ₹900 | ₹920 |
| 13 Aug | ₹940 | ₹900 | ₹920 |
| 12 Aug | ₹920 | ₹890 | ₹900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹910 | ₹880 | ₹900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹900 | ₹850 | ₹880 |
| 03 Aug | ₹920 | ₹880 | ₹900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹920 | ₹880 | ₹900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹920 | ₹880 | ₹900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹950 | ₹920 | ₹940 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,060 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,040 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹980 | ₹1,020 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,080 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,070 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,080 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,060 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,080 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,060 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,060 | ₹1,080 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,080 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,060 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC posted this Potato rate on 28 Aug 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.