With the 03 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Karera(F&V) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 50.0% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 03 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,200 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,200 (20.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Karera(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,600, with the average around ₹800. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,400 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
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
When picking where to sell Potato, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Net-net, Karera(F&V) APMC posted this Potato rate on 03 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.