Across the reporting yards on 31 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹640 per quintal in Siliguri APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Siliguri APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹650
- Lowest Price Today₹620
- Average (Modal) Price₹640
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
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.
Today's rate is about 8.4% below the period average and just 17.9% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
The ₹1,000 (18.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹620 and ₹780, with the average around ₹699. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹640 |
| 30 Aug | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹640 |
| 29 Aug | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹640 |
| 28 Aug | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹640 |
| 27 Aug | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹640 |
| 26 Aug | ₹660 | ₹630 | ₹650 |
| 24 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 23 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 22 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 21 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 20 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 19 Aug | ₹660 | ₹640 | ₹650 |
| 18 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 17 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 16 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 15 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 14 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 13 Aug | ₹660 | ₹630 | ₹650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹660 | ₹630 | ₹650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹660 | ₹630 | ₹650 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Siliguri APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.