Based on what the markets reported on 28 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Roorkee APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
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₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Potato is about 0.0% above the period average, sitting just 21.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹2,000 (34.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Roorkee APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,280, with the average around ₹1,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 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 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Roorkee APMC on 28 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.