From today's trading desk on 24 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Perumbavoor Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Potato is about 1.8% above the period average, sitting just 30.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 7 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 11 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
A spread of ₹1,250 (23.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Perumbavoor Market APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,438. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
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
The headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Perumbavoor Market APMC on 24 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.