In the mandi rate roundup for 24 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Mathabhanga APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹610
- Lowest Price Today₹590
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 10.8% below the period average and just 21.1% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Coonoor(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.
That ₹750 (13.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Mathabhanga APMC ranged between ₹590 and ₹760, with the average around ₹673. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹610 | ₹590 | ₹600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹620 | ₹590 | ₹605 |
| 21 Aug | ₹620 | ₹590 | ₹605 |
| 20 Aug | ₹620 | ₹590 | ₹605 |
| 19 Aug | ₹620 | ₹590 | ₹605 |
| 18 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 17 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 14 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 13 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 12 Aug | ₹640 | ₹610 | ₹620 |
| 11 Aug | ₹640 | ₹610 | ₹620 |
| 10 Aug | ₹640 | ₹610 | ₹620 |
| 07 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 05 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 04 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 03 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 31 Jul | ₹650 | ₹630 | ₹640 |
| 29 Jul | ₹690 | ₹650 | ₹670 |
| 28 Jul | ₹690 | ₹650 | ₹670 |
| 27 Jul | ₹700 | ₹660 | ₹680 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Net-net, Mathabhanga APMC posted this Potato rate on 24 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.