Across the reporting yards on 26 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹6,850 per quintal in Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Potato about 12.0% above the period average, and just 12.2% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,850 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,100 (19.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,800, with the average around ₹6,118. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 26 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.