Farmers, if you grow potatoes or are planning to sell your crop, today’s mandi report is very important for you. On 12 March 2026, a large variation in potato arrivals and prices was observed across several major markets in the country. In some markets, heavy arrivals kept prices under pressure, while in others limited supply led to higher prices.
Today, the most talked-about market was Doharighat mandi in Uttar Pradesh, where due to extremely low arrivals, potato prices reached ₹1,700 to ₹1,800 per quintal. On the other hand, in Azadpur mandi in Delhi and Farrukhabad mandi in Uttar Pradesh, heavy arrivals pushed prices down to ₹300–₹600 per quintal.
Below is the state-wise and market-wise potato price report for 12 March 2026, which can help farmers decide where they may get better returns.
| State / Market | Arrival (Tons) | Variety | Minimum Price (₹/Quintal) | Maximum Price (₹/Quintal) |
| Bihar | ||||
| Ara Market | 1.33 | Jyoti | 1,000 | 1,200 |
| Buxar Market | 5 | Jyoti | 1,000 | 1,200 |
| Chakia Market | 60 | Jyoti | 800 | 1,000 |
| Natwar Market | 4 | Jyoti | 1,000 | 1,200 |
| Delhi (NCT) | ||||
| Azadpur Market | 2,903.10 | Potato | 300 | 600 |
| Ghazipur Fruit & Vegetable Market | 706.5 | Potato | 600 | 800 |
| Uttar Pradesh | ||||
| Ahiraura Market | 25 | Other | 800 | 900 |
| Doharighat Market | 0.4 | Potato | 1,700 | 1,800 |
| Dudhi Market | 1.3 | Potato | 800 | 1,000 |
| Farrukhabad Market | 3,016.10 | Local | 450 | 600 |
| Sambhal Market | 50 | Desi | 400 | 1,200 |
| Samsabad Market | 330 | Local | 500 | 600 |
| Thana Bhawan Market | 20 | Desi | 450 | 550 |
| Tulsipur Market | 13 | Potato | 620 | 670 |
| Khairagarh Market | 10 | Desi | 500 | 600 |
| Khalilabad Market | 77 | Potato | 1,200 | 1,200 |
Today, the highest potato price was recorded in Doharighat market (Uttar Pradesh), where with only 0.4 tons of arrivals, prices reached ₹1,700–₹1,800 per quintal. Similarly, Khalilabad market also recorded strong prices at ₹1,200 per quintal.
Contrast, Azadpur market in Delhi and Farrukhabad market in Uttar Pradesh saw very heavy arrivals. Around 2,900 tons of potatoes arrived in Azadpur and over 3,000 tons in Farrukhabad, which pushed prices down to ₹300–₹600 per quintal.
Bihar markets, potato prices remained relatively stable. In Ara, Buxar, and Natwar markets, the Jyoti variety sold between ₹1,000 and ₹1,200 per quintal, while in Chakia market prices were slightly lower at ₹800–₹1,000 due to higher arrivals.
Suggestions for Farmers
FAQs:
1. What is the potato market price today in India?
The potato market price today ranges from ₹300 to ₹1,800 per quintal, depending on mandi arrivals and location.
2. Which mandi recorded the highest potato price on 12 March 2026?
Doharighat mandi in Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest potato price, reaching ₹1,700–₹1,800 per quintal.
3. Why are potato prices low in Azadpur mandi?
Prices are low because potato arrivals exceeded 2,900 tons, creating excess supply in the market.
4. Which Bihar markets have stable potato prices?
Ara, Buxar, and Natwar mandis reported stable potato mandi rates between ₹1,000 and ₹1,200 per quintal.
5. Should farmers sell potatoes immediately?
Farmers should check daily potato mandi prices and arrivals. If prices are low due to heavy supply, storing potatoes for some time may give better returns.
