In the price report dated 13 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹920 per quintal in Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Potato yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹940
- Lowest Price Today₹900
- Average (Modal) Price₹920
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 6.7% below the period average, and just 16.4% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 13 Aug 2026, so you can see where Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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 ₹1,100 (17.2%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC ranged between ₹850 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹986. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹930 | ₹900 | ₹920 |
| 13 Aug | ₹940 | ₹900 | ₹920 |
| 12 Aug | ₹920 | ₹890 | ₹900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹910 | ₹880 | ₹900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹900 | ₹850 | ₹880 |
| 03 Aug | ₹920 | ₹880 | ₹900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹920 | ₹880 | ₹900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹920 | ₹880 | ₹900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹950 | ₹920 | ₹940 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,060 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,040 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹980 | ₹1,020 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,080 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,070 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,080 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,060 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,080 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,060 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,060 | ₹1,080 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,080 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,060 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,080 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,060 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,080 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,060 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,080 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,060 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,080 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,040 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
The takeaway: Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC reported Potato at this level on 13 Aug 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.