Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Potato was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Thalasserry Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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 1.6% below the period average — just 26.7% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Thalasserry Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹1,100 (17.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Thalasserry Market APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,235. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
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
When picking where to sell Potato, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Thalasserry Market APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.