Based on what the markets reported on 11 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹780 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Kolaghat APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹760
- Average (Modal) Price₹780
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 1.2% above the period average — just 11.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 11 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kolaghat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,400 (22.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Kolaghat APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹880, with the average around ₹771. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 11 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 06 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 05 Aug | ₹790 | ₹750 | ₹775 |
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 03 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 01 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 31 Jul | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 30 Jul | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 29 Jul | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 28 Jul | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹880 | ₹840 | ₹860 |
| 24 Jul | ₹860 | ₹820 | ₹840 |
| 23 Jul | ₹860 | ₹820 | ₹840 |
| 22 Jul | ₹840 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 20 Jul | ₹840 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 17 Jul | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Potato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kolaghat APMC logged this Potato rate on 11 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.