Across the reporting yards on 23 Sep 2026, Kattappana Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Potato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,400 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date23 Sep 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 6.6% above the period average and just 2.9% 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 23 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kattappana Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattappana Market APMC Leader | ₹3,400 |
| 2 Roorkee APMC | ₹850 |
| 3 Rayya APMC | ₹605 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
A spread of ₹2,795 (462.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹3,190. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 24 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 22 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 21 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 23 Sep 2026, Kattappana Market APMC set the pace for Potato. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.