Reading today's price tape for 29 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹780 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Kolaghat 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₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹760
- Average (Modal) Price₹780
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
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 ₹1,850 (31.4%) 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 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 28 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 27 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 25 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 24 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 22 Aug | ₹780 | ₹740 | ₹760 |
| 20 Aug | ₹780 | ₹740 | ₹760 |
| 19 Aug | ₹780 | ₹740 | ₹760 |
| 18 Aug | ₹780 | ₹740 | ₹760 |
| 14 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 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 |
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, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kolaghat APMC logged this Potato rate on 29 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.