Potato Market Prices Crash in Delhi Due to Record Arrivals, But This MP Mandi Touches ₹2,000

Farmers, huge potato arrivals were recorded in major mandis across the country on 28 May 2026. According to today’s mandi update, potato prices remained under pressure in Delhi’s wholesale markets due to excessive supply, while some mandis in Madhya Pradesh witnessed strong prices because of lower arrivals and better-quality produce.

As per the latest market report, Delhi’s Azadpur mandi registered the highest arrivals of nearly 2,300 tonnes of potatoes. Due to the heavy supply, the maximum market price remained limited to ₹1,200 per quintal, keeping the market under pressure.

On the other hand, Karera mandi in Madhya Pradesh attracted attention after potato prices touched ₹2,000 per quintal because of limited arrivals and superior quality produce.

With rising summer temperatures and increasing supply, large price differences are being seen across mandis. Markets receiving huge quantities of potatoes are witnessing weaker prices, while mandis with lower arrivals and premium-quality produce are offering better returns to farmers.

Let us now take a detailed look at which mandis recorded the highest potato market prices, where arrivals were the highest, and what selling strategy may prove most profitable for farmers at the moment.

Potato Market Prices and Arrivals in Delhi & Madhya Pradesh (28 May, 2026):

Market Analysis: Arrivals and Prices:

• Comparing arrivals and prices, Delhi’s Azadpur mandi recorded the highest potato arrivals at more than 2,321 tonnes. Due to heavy supply, the minimum price dropped sharply to just ₹200 per quintal.
• Indore (F&V) mandi also witnessed arrivals of over 804 tonnes, but premium-quality potatoes still managed to fetch prices up to ₹1,400 per quintal. This clearly indicates that better-quality produce is still receiving stronger rates.
• Meanwhile, Karera mandi recorded only 0.6 tonnes of arrivals, yet prices touched ₹2,000 per quintal. Mandis with lower arrivals continued to offer better returns to farmers.
• Contrast, Ujjain and Shajapur mandis saw very low minimum prices, limiting farmers’ profits in those markets.

Advice for Farmers:

1. Prices may remain weak in mandis with heavy arrivals, so farmers should compare nearby mandi rates before selling.
2. Proper grading and clean packaging of potatoes can help secure better prices.
3. Farmers with storage facilities may consider holding stock until market conditions improve.
4. Lower-arrival mandis are currently offering stronger prices, making transportation to such markets profitable where feasible.
5. Keep tracking daily mandi updates to make timely selling decisions.

FAQs:

Q1. Why are potato prices falling in some mandis?
High arrivals in major mandis like Azadpur are creating oversupply, leading to lower prices.

Q2. Which mandi gave the highest potato price on 28 May 2026?
Karera mandi in Madhya Pradesh recorded prices up to ₹2,000 per quintal.

Q3. What is the role of arrivals in potato mandi price trends?
Higher arrivals generally reduce prices, while lower arrivals increase market rates.

Q4. How can farmers get better prices?
By improving quality, grading produce, and choosing mandis with lower supply.

Q5. How does Khetivyapar help farmers?
Khetivyapar provides daily mandi price updates and market analysis to help farmers make better selling decisions.