As the 10 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹780 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹760
- Average (Modal) Price₹780
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date10 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Potato about 1.3% above the period average, and just 11.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 10 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹1,400 (22.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Kolaghat APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹880, with the average around ₹770. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 06 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 05 Aug | ₹790 | ₹750 | ₹775 |
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 03 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 01 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 31 Jul | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 30 Jul | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 29 Jul | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 28 Jul | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹880 | ₹840 | ₹860 |
| 24 Jul | ₹860 | ₹820 | ₹840 |
| 23 Jul | ₹860 | ₹820 | ₹840 |
| 22 Jul | ₹840 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 20 Jul | ₹840 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 17 Jul | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 11 Jul | ₹780 | ₹740 | ₹760 |
| 09 Jul | ₹780 | ₹740 | ₹760 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kolaghat APMC reported Potato at this level on 10 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.