In the mandi rate roundup for 31 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Khekda APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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.
Today's rate is about 4.8% above the period average and just 16.7% 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 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Khekda 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 | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
A spread of ₹750 (13.0%) 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 Khekda APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹954. 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 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,044 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹927 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,127 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,189 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,117 |
| 25 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹821 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹985 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹964 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹960 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹945 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹923 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹865 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹973 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹950 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹869 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
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
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Khekda APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.