In the latest market update for 27 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹730 per quintal in Beldanga APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹780
- Lowest Price Today₹680
- Average (Modal) Price₹730
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 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 3.9% below the period average, sitting just 13.1% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 27 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
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 ₹850 (14.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Beldanga APMC ranged between ₹650 and ₹840, with the average around ₹760. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹780 | ₹680 | ₹730 |
| 27 Aug | ₹780 | ₹680 | ₹730 |
| 26 Aug | ₹780 | ₹680 | ₹730 |
| 15 Aug | ₹750 | ₹650 | ₹700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹750 | ₹650 | ₹700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹750 | ₹650 | ₹700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹750 | ₹650 | ₹700 |
| 09 Aug | ₹750 | ₹650 | ₹700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹840 | ₹780 | ₹820 |
| 23 Jul | ₹840 | ₹780 | ₹820 |
| 22 Jul | ₹840 | ₹780 | ₹820 |
| 13 Jul | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 12 Jul | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 11 Jul | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹800 | ₹780 | ₹790 |
| 29 Jun | ₹800 | ₹780 | ₹790 |
| 18 Jun | ₹780 | ₹760 | ₹770 |
| 17 Jun | ₹780 | ₹760 | ₹770 |
| 16 Jun | ₹780 | ₹760 | ₹770 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
All told, this is where Potato stood at Beldanga APMC on 27 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.