In the price report dated 21 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Chakia APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Chakia APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red)
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.
Today's rate is about 0.6% below the period average and just 20.0% 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
A spread of ₹1,300 (21.0%) 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 Chakia APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,207. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Chakia APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.