In the day's wholesale-price digest for 28 Aug 2026, Munnar Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Potato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,500 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Potato, making it the day's standout.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date28 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 22.2% below the period average, sitting just 30.0% 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 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹3,500 |
| 2 Kulai APMC | ₹1,800 |
| 3 Rayya APMC | ₹754 |
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 ₹2,746 (364.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Potato prices at Munnar Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,500. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Jun | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
The day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
To sum up, Munnar Market APMC led Potato on 28 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.