Checking the day's mandi numbers for 05 Sep 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹770 per quintal in Chakdah APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Chakdah APMC on Top Today
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₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹750
- Average (Modal) Price₹770
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 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.
At this level, Potato is about 12.7% below the period average, sitting just 23.8% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹1,000 (18.2%), 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 Chakdah APMC ranged between ₹740 and ₹1,010, with the average around ₹882. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹770 |
| 03 Sep | ₹780 | ₹750 | ₹760 |
| 02 Sep | ₹780 | ₹740 | ₹750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹780 | ₹760 | ₹770 |
| 24 Aug | ₹840 | ₹810 | ₹830 |
| 21 Aug | ₹830 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 07 Aug | ₹830 | ₹800 | ₹810 |
| 05 Aug | ₹810 | ₹805 | ₹810 |
| 31 Jul | ₹820 | ₹800 | ₹810 |
| 28 Jul | ₹840 | ₹810 | ₹820 |
| 27 Jul | ₹820 | ₹800 | ₹810 |
| 23 Jul | ₹850 | ₹810 | ₹830 |
| 21 Jul | ₹860 | ₹840 | ₹850 |
| 20 Jul | ₹860 | ₹840 | ₹850 |
| 17 Jul | ₹900 | ₹860 | ₹880 |
| 15 Jul | ₹900 | ₹880 | ₹890 |
| 14 Jul | ₹940 | ₹910 | ₹920 |
| 13 Jul | ₹950 | ₹920 | ₹930 |
| 09 Jul | ₹940 | ₹920 | ₹930 |
| 08 Jul | ₹930 | ₹900 | ₹920 |
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
Before carting Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Chakdah APMC on 05 Sep 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.