Potato prices in major markets across the country are experiencing significant fluctuations. While prices in some mandis of Maharashtra remain high, farmers in many parts of Punjab and Gujarat are not getting the expected rates. With this changing market trend, farmers are wondering whether this is the right time to sell their potatoes or if they should wait for better prices.
According to experts, potato prices vary from state to state based on demand and supply. Some mandis in Maharashtra are offering better rates for high-quality potatoes, whereas prices in Gujarat remain quite low. If you are planning to sell your produce, keeping track of today’s mandi prices and choosing the right market at the right time can help you maximize profits. Here are the latest updates:
Potato Prices in Pune (Moshi) Mandi: Pune’s Moshi Mandi, today's potato arrival was 60 tons. The minimum price for local varieties stood at ₹1,000 per quintal, while the maximum price reached ₹1,800 per quintal. The model price was ₹1,400 per quintal. Prices remained stable in this mandi, allowing farmers and traders to conduct business at consistent rates.
Potato Prices in Rahta Mandi: Rahta Mandi recorded an arrival of 27 tons of potatoes today. Prices for different varieties ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,600 per quintal, with a model price of ₹1,000 per quintal. The mandi witnessed price fluctuations, with high-quality potatoes fetching better rates.
Potato Prices in Rahuri Mandi: Rahuri Mandi, the potato arrival stood at 6.6 tons today. The minimum price was ₹1,200 per quintal, while the maximum price reached ₹2,000 per quintal. The model price was ₹1,600 per quintal. Rahuri recorded the highest prices, providing better profits to farmers.
Potato Prices in Patti Mandi: Patti Mandi witnessed a low arrival of 0.8 tons today. The minimum price for different potato varieties was ₹400 per quintal, while the maximum price was ₹500 per quintal. The model price stood at ₹450 per quintal. Prices in this mandi remained quite low, making it difficult for farmers to achieve the desired profits.
Potato Rate in Tanda Urmur Mandi: Tanda Urmur Mandi recorded an arrival of 2.9 tons of potatoes today. The minimum price was ₹900 per quintal, while the maximum price stood at ₹1,200 per quintal. The model price was ₹1,000 per quintal.
Potato Prices in Gondal (Vegetable Market): Gondal Vegetable Market recorded a heavy arrival of 55.45 tons of potatoes today. The minimum price stood at ₹160 per quintal, while the maximum price reached ₹320 per quintal. The model price was ₹240 per quintal. Prices in this mandi remained significantly low, leading to lower-than-expected profits for farmers.
Farmer Advisory: Farmers looking for better prices should consider selling their potatoes in Rahuri and Pune (Moshi) mandis in Maharashtra, where prices have been higher. In contrast, prices in Punjab and Gujarat have remained relatively low, so farmers in these regions should explore alternative markets to secure better returns.
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