As the 24 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹758 per quintal in Rayya APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹758
- Lowest Price Today₹758
- Average (Modal) Price₹758
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Potato about 20.7% above the period average, and just 31.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,250 (23.8%), 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 Rayya APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,110, with the average around ₹628. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹758 | ₹758 | ₹758 |
| 22 Aug | ₹758 | ₹758 | ₹758 |
| 21 Aug | ₹754 | ₹754 | ₹754 |
| 19 Aug | ₹720 | ₹720 | ₹720 |
| 18 Aug | ₹760 | ₹760 | ₹760 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Rayya APMC reported Potato at this level on 24 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.