As fresh arrivals settled on 06 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Potato about 2.4% below the period average, and just 46.7% 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 06 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,250 (19.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹820. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹825 | ₹800 | ₹805 |
| 21 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,057 | ₹800 | ₹855 |
| 12 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 06 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
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
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Varanasi APMC on 06 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.