In the mandi rate roundup for 05 Sep 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹971 per quintal in Lalganj APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Lalganj APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,100
- Lowest Price Today₹650
- Average (Modal) Price₹971
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Potato about 38.5% above the period average, and just 11.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
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 ₹1,100 (20.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Lalganj APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹701. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹650 | ₹971 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹873 |
| 03 Sep | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹630 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹850 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹650 | ₹827 |
| 30 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹868 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹696 |
| 27 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹609 |
| 26 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 25 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹750 | ₹650 | ₹700 |
| 23 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹602 |
| 21 Aug | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 20 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹646 |
| 17 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹619 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹645 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Lalganj APMC reported Potato at this level on 05 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.