Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹3,050 per quintal in Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Potato today.
01What Put Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 13.3% above the period average and just 32.2% 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
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.
That ₹1,100 (17.2%) 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 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,693. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,050 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,050 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,050 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,050 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,050 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,550 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,550 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,550 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
The headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.