Farmers reached the mandi to sell potatoes, but were shocked by the prices! ₹200 in mp, ₹2,200 in delhi – check the complete report

Farmers, if you are planning to sell potatoes, make sure to check the latest mandi prices for September 23, 2026 before taking your produce to the market. A major difference in potato prices was seen today across mandis in Delhi and Madhya Pradesh. In Delhi's Azadpur mandi, the maximum potato price reached ₹2,200 per quintal, while Harda mandi in Madhya Pradesh recorded prices up to ₹1,600 and Jabalpur up to ₹1,500 per quintal. In some mandis, the maximum price remained below ₹1,000 per quintal.

In terms of arrivals, Indore mandi in Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest arrival at 990 tonnes. It was followed by Delhi's Ghazipur mandi with 540.95 tonnes, Keshopur with 218.5 tonnes, Bhopal with 213 tonnes and Azadpur with 193.2 tonnes of potato arrivals.

Let's now look at the complete mandi-wise potato prices and arrival figures for September 23, 2026 in the table below, so farmers can compare the latest rates across different markets.

Potato Mandi Prices Today in Delhi and Madhya Pradesh (September 23, 2026):

Arrival and Price Comparison:

1. According to the September 23 data, Azadpur mandi recorded the highest maximum potato price at ₹2,200 per quintal. The minimum price here was ₹200, meaning there was a wide range between the minimum and maximum prices recorded in the market.
2. Madhya Pradesh, Harda mandi recorded a maximum price of ₹1,600 per quintal for Desi potatoes, while Jabalpur recorded prices up to ₹1,500. Dewas recorded a maximum of ₹1,300, while Mandsaur recorded prices up to ₹1,220 per quintal.
3. Delhi, both Keshopur and Ghazipur mandis recorded potato prices between ₹800 and ₹1,200 per quintal. The maximum price in Azadpur was considerably higher than the rates recorded in these two markets.

Where Were the Highest Potato Arrivals Recorded?

1. Terms of arrivals, Indore mandi topped the list with 990 tonnes. Local potatoes were traded here at ₹100 to ₹1,200 per quintal.
2. It was followed by Delhi's Ghazipur mandi with 540.95 tonnes, Keshopur with 218.5 tonnes, Bhopal with 213 tonnes, Azadpur with 193.2 tonnes and Morena with 110 tonnes of potato arrivals.
3. On the other hand, some mandis recorded very low arrivals. Khargone received only 0.3 tonnes, while Ratlam recorded 1.3 tonnes and Damoh recorded 1 tonne.

Advice for Farmers:

1. Before selling potatoes, farmers should check the today mandi price in markets around their area. On September 23, Azadpur recorded a maximum price of ₹2,200 per quintal, while Morena recorded a maximum of only ₹200 per quintal.
2. However, farmers should not choose a mandi based only on the highest quoted price. It is better to compare the rates while considering the variety and quality of the potatoes, arrival volume at the mandi and transportation cost involved in taking the produce there.

FAQs:

1. What is the highest potato price today?

On September 23, 2026, Azadpur mandi recorded the highest maximum potato price at ₹2,200 per quintal.

2. Which mandi recorded the highest potato arrivals?

Indore mandi recorded the highest potato arrivals at 990 tonnes.

3. What was the potato price in Harda mandi?

Harda mandi recorded a minimum price of ₹1,200 and a maximum price of ₹1,600 per quintal.

4. What was the potato price in Ghazipur mandi?

Ghazipur mandi recorded potato prices between ₹800 and ₹1,200 per quintal.

5. What should farmers check before selling potatoes?

Farmers should compare mandi rates, potato variety and quality, arrivals, demand and transportation costs before selling their produce.