Turning to the 22 Aug 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Vadakkenchery Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Vadakkenchery Market APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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.
Today's rate is about 10.2% above the period average and just 7.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,750 (30.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Potato prices at Vadakkenchery Market APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,444. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vadakkenchery Market APMC posted this Potato rate on 22 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.