As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹200 per quintal in Patiala APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Potato yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹300
- Lowest Price Today₹100
- Average (Modal) Price₹200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 33.3% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 RSPuram(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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Patiala APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹300, with the average around ₹200. 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 | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹300 | ₹100 | ₹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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Patiala APMC posted this Potato rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.