With the 29 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹750 per quintal in Balarampur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Potato about 7.3% below the period average, and just 37.5% 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 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 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Edapadi (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 ₹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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Balarampur APMC ranged between ₹620 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹809. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 28 Aug | ₹820 | ₹720 | ₹780 |
| 24 Aug | ₹820 | ₹720 | ₹780 |
| 21 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹800 | ₹680 | ₹740 |
| 15 Aug | ₹800 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 13 Aug | ₹740 | ₹680 | ₹700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹680 | ₹740 |
| 11 Aug | ₹800 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 10 Aug | ₹750 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 09 Aug | ₹780 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 08 Aug | ₹760 | ₹680 | ₹700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹800 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 06 Aug | ₹750 | ₹660 | ₹720 |
| 05 Aug | ₹750 | ₹680 | ₹700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹750 | ₹680 | ₹700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹720 | ₹620 | ₹700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹800 | ₹720 | ₹760 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Balarampur APMC reported Potato at this level on 29 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.