Pulling together the 23 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Potato was quoted at ₹787 per quintal in Kosikalan APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹787
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 4.5% above the period average — just 12.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
That ₹750 (12.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Kosikalan APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹900, with the average around ₹753. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹787 |
| 22 Aug | ₹810 | ₹700 | ₹770 |
| 21 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹810 | ₹700 | ₹760 |
| 19 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹743 |
| 18 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹779 |
| 17 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹781 |
| 16 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹767 |
| 11 Aug | ₹780 | ₹700 | ₹740 |
| 10 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹810 | ₹740 | ₹780 |
| 04 Aug | ₹880 | ₹600 | ₹754 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To wrap up, Kosikalan APMC logged this Potato rate on 23 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.