As the 24 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹700 per quintal in Purulia APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Potato yards.
01What Put Purulia APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹780
- Lowest Price Today₹640
- Average (Modal) Price₹700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 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.
This puts Potato about 8.4% below the period average, and just 23.9% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 24 Sep 2026, so you can see where Purulia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,400 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 8 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,000 (18.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Purulia APMC ranged between ₹620 and ₹920, with the average around ₹764. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹780 | ₹640 | ₹700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹780 | ₹680 | ₹700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹740 | ₹640 | ₹700 |
| 20 Sep | ₹780 | ₹640 | ₹700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹800 | ₹620 | ₹700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹800 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 15 Sep | ₹800 | ₹680 | ₹740 |
| 13 Sep | ₹760 | ₹640 | ₹700 |
| 12 Sep | ₹800 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
| 10 Sep | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹760 |
| 02 Sep | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹820 | ₹720 | ₹760 |
| 31 Aug | ₹800 | ₹680 | ₹740 |
| 29 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹760 |
| 24 Aug | ₹820 | ₹720 | ₹780 |
| 21 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹760 |
| 17 Aug | ₹800 | ₹680 | ₹760 |
| 15 Aug | ₹800 | ₹680 | ₹720 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Purulia APMC on 24 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.