In today's crop-price rundown for 31 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹700 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹710
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 7.2% below the period average and just 69.0% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹750 (13.0%) 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 Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹2,261, with the average around ₹755. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 30 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹733 |
| 29 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 27 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,465 | ₹700 | ₹706 |
| 25 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹700 | ₹817 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹700 | ₹895 |
| 22 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,576 | ₹1,576 | ₹1,576 |
| 12 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
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
Farmers comparing Potato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Lucknow APMC posted this Potato rate on 31 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.