As the 31 Jul 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Punalur Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Jul 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 10.6% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 31 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹1,750 (29.2%), 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Punalur Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,526. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,700 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,300 |
| 02 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 01 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Punalur Market APMC reported Potato at this level on 31 Jul 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.