In the price report dated 28 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹500 per quintal in Haldibari APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹510
- Lowest Price Today₹490
- Average (Modal) Price₹500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 19.2% below the period average and just 34.2% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,950 (28.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Haldibari APMC ranged between ₹490 and ₹760, with the average around ₹619. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹510 | ₹490 | ₹500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹510 | ₹490 | ₹500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹510 | ₹490 | ₹500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹510 | ₹490 | ₹500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹510 | ₹490 | ₹500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹510 | ₹490 | ₹500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹510 | ₹490 | ₹500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹510 | ₹490 | ₹500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹510 | ₹490 | ₹500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹550 | ₹530 | ₹540 |
| 24 Sep | ₹560 | ₹540 | ₹550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹560 | ₹540 | ₹550 |
| 22 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 21 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 19 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 18 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 17 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 16 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 15 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
| 14 Sep | ₹570 | ₹550 | ₹560 |
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
The headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Haldibari APMC posted this Potato rate on 28 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.