In the latest market update for 20 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Potato yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹820
- Lowest Price Today₹780
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Potato is about 2.7% above the period average, sitting just 9.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 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 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
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.
The ₹1,800 (31.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹779. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 18 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹810 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 12 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 11 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 10 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 09 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Kolaghat APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.