Potato Prices Surge Ahead of Festive Season – Rates Range from ₹600 to ₹3,500 per Quintal! Check Full Mandi Report

Potato prices across major markets in India have shown a slight upward trend ahead of the festive season. In Uttar Pradesh, higher arrivals have created market movement, while limited supply in some other states has kept prices firm. Overall, the market remains relatively stable, but premium-quality potatoes are currently fetching strong prices.

If you are planning to sell your potato crop, this latest mandi price report will be very useful for you. Check the state-wise market rates below to know where potatoes are getting the best prices today.

State-wise Potato Mandi Prices (₹/Quintal) 12 October, 2025:

Price and Supply Analysis:

1. Highest Price: ₹3,500 per quintal recorded at Hansi (Haryana) — the highest in the country.
2. Lowest Price: ₹600 per quintal in Behjoi (Uttar Pradesh).
3. Largest Arrival: Etawah mandi saw heavy inflow of 1,900 tonnes, keeping prices slightly under pressure.
4. Low Supply, High Price: Banur (Punjab) reported just 0.3 tonnes of arrivals, yet fetched ₹3,190/quintal for premium-grade potatoes.
5. Strong Market Trend: Mandis in Betul (Madhya Pradesh), Hansi (Haryana), and Jalore (Rajasthan) recorded rising prices between ₹1,500–₹1,800 per quintal.
6. Weak Market Zone: Markets like Etawah, Fatehpur, and Behjoi saw lower prices ranging between ₹700–₹1,000 per quintal due to heavy arrivals.

Expert Tips for Farmers:

1. Avoid immediate sales in high-arrival markets like Etawah and Sitapur; store your produce and wait for price improvement.
2. Sell in low-supply regions such as Banur, Betul, and Hansi where quality potatoes are fetching better returns.
3. Farmers with storage facilities can hold their stock for the next 2–3 weeks — prices are likely to rise during the festive season.
4. Kufri Megha and Desi varieties remain stable; these are good choices for upcoming planting or storage.