From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹767 per quintal in Rayya 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
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹767
- Lowest Price Today₹767
- Average (Modal) Price₹767
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Potato is about 24.7% above the period average, sitting just 30.9% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹1,100 (17.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Rayya APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,110, with the average around ₹615. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹767 | ₹767 | ₹767 |
| 15 Aug | ₹845 | ₹845 | ₹845 |
| 14 Aug | ₹762 | ₹762 | ₹762 |
| 12 Aug | ₹758 | ₹758 | ₹758 |
| 11 Aug | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹755 | ₹755 | ₹755 |
| 08 Aug | ₹662 | ₹662 | ₹662 |
| 07 Aug | ₹740 | ₹740 | ₹740 |
| 06 Aug | ₹782 | ₹782 | ₹782 |
| 04 Aug | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 03 Aug | ₹823 | ₹823 | ₹823 |
| 01 Aug | ₹770 | ₹770 | ₹770 |
| 31 Jul | ₹725 | ₹725 | ₹725 |
| 30 Jul | ₹725 | ₹725 | ₹725 |
| 29 Jul | ₹645 | ₹645 | ₹645 |
| 28 Jul | ₹725 | ₹725 | ₹725 |
| 27 Jul | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 25 Jul | ₹721 | ₹721 | ₹721 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,012 | ₹1,012 | ₹1,012 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,110 | ₹1,110 | ₹1,110 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Rayya APMC on 17 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.