In the price report dated 16 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹500 per quintal in Mainpuri APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Mainpuri APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹500
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 0.2% above the period average, and just 9.1% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
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 ₹1,250 (20.0%) 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 Mainpuri APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹550, with the average around ₹499. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹503 |
| 04 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹511 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
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
The takeaway: Mainpuri APMC reported Potato at this level on 16 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.