Azadpur Mandi market 9th May 2026:Cold Storage Potatoes Gain Preference as Field Stock Nears End

Azadpur Mandi Update (9 May 2026): Cold Storage Potatoes Gain Preference as Field Stock Nears End

Market Overview:

Arrivals: There were approximately 113 to 120 trucks of potatoes in the market

Quality Shifts: The supply of field-harvested potatoes is nearing its end, leading to more quality issues and looseness. Consequently, traders are shifting toward cold storage stock, which is in better condition.

Price Stability: Potato prices have remained stable throughout the week, with no significant spikes or downturns.

Key Potato Variety Prices
(per 50 kg sack):

- Cold Storage Chipsona:₹450 - ₹500

- Field Chipsona: ₹350 - ₹400

- Cold Storage Sur: ₹800 - ₹950

- Field Sur: ₹500 - ₹650

- Cold Storage 379: ₹350 - ₹450

- LR Potato: ₹350 - ₹450

Pukhraj: ₹200 - ₹350, depending on storage type

As the field-harvested potato season concludes and cold storage supplies continue to enter the market, the prices are expected to remain steady.