Based on what the markets reported on 13 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹820 per quintal in Durgapur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Potato today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹860
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹820
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Potato is about 6.6% below the period average — just 10.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 13 Aug 2026, so you can see where Durgapur 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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,100 (17.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Durgapur APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹920, with the average around ₹878. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹860 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 12 Aug | ₹860 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 10 Aug | ₹860 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 07 Aug | ₹880 | ₹820 | ₹860 |
| 06 Aug | ₹860 | ₹820 | ₹840 |
| 05 Aug | ₹880 | ₹820 | ₹850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹880 | ₹820 | ₹840 |
| 03 Aug | ₹880 | ₹820 | ₹850 |
| 31 Jul | ₹900 | ₹860 | ₹880 |
| 30 Jul | ₹900 | ₹860 | ₹880 |
| 29 Jul | ₹900 | ₹860 | ₹880 |
| 28 Jul | ₹900 | ₹860 | ₹880 |
| 27 Jul | ₹900 | ₹850 | ₹880 |
| 24 Jul | ₹900 | ₹860 | ₹880 |
| 23 Jul | ₹900 | ₹860 | ₹880 |
| 22 Jul | ₹900 | ₹860 | ₹880 |
| 18 Jul | ₹920 | ₹870 | ₹900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹920 | ₹870 | ₹900 |
| 16 Jul | ₹920 | ₹860 | ₹900 |
| 14 Jul | ₹920 | ₹860 | ₹900 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Potato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Durgapur APMC logged this Potato rate on 13 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.