In the latest market update for 22 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Roorkee APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 0.0% above the period average — just 21.9% 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 22 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,600 (27.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Roorkee APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,280, with the average around ₹1,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
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 day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Roorkee APMC on 22 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.