In the latest market update for 06 Aug 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Potato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,600 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Potato board.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 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 21.9% above the period average, sitting just 8.0% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹4,600 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 3 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 8 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 9 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Tiphra APMC | ₹3,200 |
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.
That ₹1,400 (43.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,774. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Palakkad Market APMC led Potato on 06 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.