With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Manglaur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Manglaur APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹750
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- 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.
This puts Potato about 5.8% below the period average, and just 50.0% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 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 ₹1,100 (17.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Manglaur APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹637. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹750 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹750 | ₹500 | ₹650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹650 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 30 Jul | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹850 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹850 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
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
The headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
The takeaway: Manglaur APMC reported Potato at this level on 17 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.