Turning to the 29 Aug 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹811 per quintal in Shahpur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹840
- Lowest Price Today₹780
- Average (Modal) Price₹811
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.6% above the period average and just 11.9% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 29 Aug 2026, so you can see where Shahpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,850 (31.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Shahpur APMC ranged between ₹660 and ₹920, with the average around ₹775. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹840 | ₹780 | ₹811 |
| 25 Aug | ₹840 | ₹660 | ₹724 |
| 19 Aug | ₹810 | ₹810 | ₹810 |
| 18 Aug | ₹780 | ₹720 | ₹750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹870 | ₹840 | ₹855 |
| 07 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹880 | ₹700 | ₹858 |
| 29 Jul | ₹745 | ₹720 | ₹731 |
| 23 Jul | ₹920 | ₹720 | ₹780 |
| 18 Jul | ₹890 | ₹870 | ₹882 |
| 14 Jul | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 30 Jun | ₹800 | ₹680 | ₹717 |
| 24 Jun | ₹780 | ₹680 | ₹708 |
| 20 Jun | ₹760 | ₹700 | ₹738 |
| 18 Jun | ₹720 | ₹710 | ₹715 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 29 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Shahpur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.