Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Punalur Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Punalur Market APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Potato is about 7.0% above the period average — just 13.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 17 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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,100 (17.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Punalur Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,644. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 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 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Punalur Market APMC logged this Potato rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.