As the 02 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹780 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹760
- Average (Modal) Price₹780
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Sep 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 1.0% above the period average, and just 11.4% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 02 Sep 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,350 |
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 ₹1,150 (21.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Kolaghat APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹880, with the average around ₹772. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 01 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 31 Aug | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Kolaghat APMC on 02 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.