In the mandi rate roundup for 22 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹760 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Potato today.
01What Put Kolaghat 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₹780
- Lowest Price Today₹740
- Average (Modal) Price₹760
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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.
Today's rate is about 1.3% below the period average and just 13.6% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kolaghat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Sivagangai (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.
At ₹1,600 (27.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Kolaghat APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹880, with the average around ₹770. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹780 | ₹740 | ₹760 |
| 20 Aug | ₹780 | ₹740 | ₹760 |
| 19 Aug | ₹780 | ₹740 | ₹760 |
| 18 Aug | ₹780 | ₹740 | ₹760 |
| 14 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 11 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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, Kolaghat APMC posted this Potato rate on 22 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.