In today's crop-price rundown for 31 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,300 per quintal in Udupi APMC. This is one of several Potato rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹1,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 10.9% below the period average and just 27.8% 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 31 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 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Udupi APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,459. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Udupi 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.