Here's the 24 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Potato was quoted at ₹3,850 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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.
Right now Potato is about 3.7% below the period average — just 23.0% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
At ₹750 (13.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,998. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,850 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,050 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,350 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,050 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,350 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 24 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.