Here's the 31 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Potato was quoted at ₹1,025 per quintal in Surat APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Potato today.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,650
- Lowest Price Today₹400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,025
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Potato is about 3.7% below the period average — just 46.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹750 (13.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,900, with the average around ₹1,064. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹400 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹400 | ₹1,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹500 | ₹1,075 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Before carting Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Surat APMC logged this Potato rate on 31 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.