Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Kolaghat APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹820
- Lowest Price Today₹780
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Potato is about 2.8% above the period average, sitting just 9.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 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 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,300 (22.8%) 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 Kolaghat APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹880, with the average around ₹778. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹810 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 12 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 11 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 10 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 09 Sep | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 08 Sep | ₹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
Farmers comparing Potato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Kolaghat APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.