Checking the day's mandi numbers for 31 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,400 per quintal in Haibargaon APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 3.9% below the period average — just 22.2% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Anaiyur(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.
The ₹750 (13.0%) 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 Haibargaon APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,457. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Haibargaon APMC logged this Potato rate on 31 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.