As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹840 per quintal in Egra/contai APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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₹850
- Lowest Price Today₹825
- Average (Modal) Price₹840
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.1% below the period average and just 6.7% 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 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 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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Egra/contai APMC ranged between ₹750 and ₹900, with the average around ₹858. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹850 | ₹825 | ₹840 |
| 13 Aug | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 12 Aug | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹835 |
| 11 Aug | ₹850 | ₹800 | ₹825 |
| 10 Aug | ₹850 | ₹800 | ₹830 |
| 07 Aug | ₹830 | ₹800 | ₹815 |
| 06 Aug | ₹830 | ₹800 | ₹815 |
| 05 Aug | ₹830 | ₹800 | ₹815 |
| 04 Aug | ₹840 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 03 Aug | ₹830 | ₹800 | ₹815 |
| 31 Jul | ₹850 | ₹800 | ₹825 |
| 30 Jul | ₹850 | ₹800 | ₹825 |
| 29 Jul | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹775 |
| 28 Jul | ₹850 | ₹800 | ₹825 |
| 27 Jul | ₹900 | ₹870 | ₹885 |
| 24 Jul | ₹900 | ₹870 | ₹885 |
| 23 Jul | ₹890 | ₹870 | ₹885 |
| 22 Jul | ₹900 | ₹870 | ₹885 |
| 21 Jul | ₹900 | ₹880 | ₹890 |
| 17 Jul | ₹900 | ₹880 | ₹890 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Egra/contai APMC posted this Potato rate on 17 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.