With the 08 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Punalur Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 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.
This puts Potato about 10.8% above the period average, and just 11.1% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 08 Aug 2026, so you can see where Punalur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
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 ₹1,500 (24.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Punalur Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,611. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Punalur Market APMC on 08 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.