From today's trading desk on 16 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹548 per quintal in Mathura APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹900
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹548
- 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.
Right now Potato is about 7.7% below the period average — just 72.4% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mathura 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 | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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 ₹1,100 (17.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Mathura APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,984, with the average around ₹594. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹548 |
| 15 Aug | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹818 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹554 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,847 | ₹500 | ₹592 |
| 12 Aug | ₹950 | ₹500 | ₹534 |
| 11 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹536 |
| 10 Aug | ₹850 | ₹500 | ₹521 |
| 09 Aug | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹698 |
| 08 Aug | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹514 |
| 07 Aug | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹571 |
| 06 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹515 |
| 05 Aug | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹764 |
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹511 |
| 03 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹590 |
| 02 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹519 |
| 01 Aug | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹567 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹500 | ₹544 |
| 30 Jul | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹544 |
| 29 Jul | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹573 |
| 28 Jul | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Mathura APMC logged this Potato rate on 16 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.