In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,333 per quintal in HINGNA - APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put HINGNA - APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,333
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Potato about 5.1% below the period average, and just 16.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,000 (15.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at HINGNA - APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,600, with the average around ₹1,404. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,333 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,366 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,366 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,366 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,381 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,425 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,433 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,450 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
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
Farmers comparing Potato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in HINGNA - APMC on 12 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.