In the mandi rate roundup for 15 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Kottarakkara Market APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Potato markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 24.2% below the period average and just 42.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 15 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kottarakkara 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 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 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.
The ₹1,100 (17.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Kottarakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹3,165. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 26 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 15 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Kottarakkara Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.