Across the reporting yards on 12 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹620 per quintal in Jiaganj APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Potato yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹650
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹620
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Potato about 3.2% above the period average, and just 8.8% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jiaganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹1,000 (15.4%), 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 Jiaganj APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹680, with the average around ₹601. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 12 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 11 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
| 07 Aug | ₹570 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 06 Aug | ₹570 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 05 Aug | ₹570 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 04 Aug | ₹570 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 03 Aug | ₹570 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 31 Jul | ₹570 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 30 Jul | ₹580 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 29 Jul | ₹570 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 28 Jul | ₹580 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹580 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹600 | ₹560 | ₹580 |
| 22 Jul | ₹600 | ₹560 | ₹580 |
| 21 Jul | ₹620 | ₹580 | ₹600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹620 | ₹580 | ₹600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹620 | ₹580 | ₹600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹620 | ₹580 | ₹600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹620 |
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
Before carting Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Jiaganj APMC on 12 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.