With the 21 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹573 per quintal in Kannauj APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹1,100
- Lowest Price Today₹550
- Average (Modal) Price₹573
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Potato about 3.5% below the period average, and just 47.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,300 (21.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Kannauj APMC ranged between ₹450 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹594. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹550 | ₹561 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹550 | ₹562 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹550 | ₹573 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹550 | ₹571 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹550 | ₹571 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹612 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹626 |
| 16 Aug | ₹605 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹601 |
| 12 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹605 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹600 | ₹450 | ₹597 |
| 04 Aug | ₹650 | ₹450 | ₹451 |
| 03 Aug | ₹600 | ₹450 | ₹464 |
| 02 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
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 day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Kannauj APMC on 21 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.