In the latest market update for 25 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,025 per quintal in Surat APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,650
- Lowest Price Today₹400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,025
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
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.
At this level, Potato is about 4.0% below the period average, sitting just 46.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 4 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,850 |
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.
At ₹650 (11.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,900, with the average around ₹1,068. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹400 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹400 | ₹1,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹400 | ₹1,025 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹500 | ₹1,075 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹500 | ₹1,075 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹500 | ₹1,075 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹500 | ₹1,075 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹500 | ₹1,075 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹500 | ₹1,100 |
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
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Surat APMC on 25 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.