Going by the latest APMC figures for 24 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Palitana APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Palitana APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Potato about 5.7% above the period average, and just 13.3% 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 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹750 (13.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Palitana APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,459. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,050 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
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
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Palitana APMC on 24 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.