Based on what the markets reported on 17 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Sagar(F&V) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹900
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 9.9% below the period average — just 33.3% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,100 (17.2%) 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 Sagar(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹888. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Sagar(F&V) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.