With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹580 per quintal in Mehmoodabad APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Mehmoodabad APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹580
- Lowest Price Today₹580
- Average (Modal) Price₹580
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 3.3% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mehmoodabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Mehmoodabad APMC ranged between ₹580 and ₹600, with the average around ₹580. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹591 |
| 18 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 17 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 16 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹582 |
| 15 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹582 |
| 13 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 12 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 11 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 10 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 09 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 08 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹581 |
| 07 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 06 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 05 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹582 |
| 04 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 03 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 02 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 01 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 31 Jul | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Mehmoodabad 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.