Based on what the markets reported on 01 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹4,450 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Potato markets.
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₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Potato is about 7.4% above the period average, sitting just 11.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 01 Aug 2026, so you can see where Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 6 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,250 (20.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,144. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,750 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 01 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.