Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹6,850 per quintal in Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Potato today.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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 12.3% above the period average — just 12.2% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Vadavalli(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.
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 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,800, with the average around ₹6,098. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,150 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,050 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
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
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 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.