Turning to the 29 Aug 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹1,100 per quintal in Madhubani APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Potato today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Potato about 12.8% below the period average, and just 38.9% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,850 (31.4%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Madhubani APMC ranged between ₹1,050 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,262. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,100 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
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
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
The takeaway: Madhubani APMC reported Potato at this level on 29 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.