In the day's wholesale-price digest for 05 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,170 per quintal in Dhand APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,170
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 18.2% above the period average, sitting just 2.5% 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 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,300 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,050 (16.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Dhand APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹990. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,170 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,150 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,150 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹950 |
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
Farmers comparing Potato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Dhand APMC on 05 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.