Reading today's price tape for 12 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Panichowki APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
At this level, Potato is about 0.9% above the period average, sitting right at 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,000 (15.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Panichowki APMC ranged between ₹950 and ₹1,000, with the average around ₹991. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹980 | ₹980 | ₹980 |
| 16 Jul | ₹980 | ₹980 | ₹980 |
| 14 Jul | ₹980 | ₹980 | ₹980 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹980 | ₹980 | ₹980 |
| 09 Jul | ₹980 | ₹980 | ₹980 |
| 08 Jul | ₹980 | ₹980 | ₹980 |
| 07 Jul | ₹980 | ₹980 | ₹980 |
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
Before carting Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Panichowki APMC on 12 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.