In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,350 per quintal in Bachaibari APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.6% above the period average and just 3.6% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Bachaibari APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 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 ₹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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Bachaibari APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹1,400, with the average around ₹1,279. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Bachaibari APMC posted this Potato rate on 16 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.