In the latest market update for 08 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,450 per quintal in Vaduj APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Vaduj APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Potato is about 0.3% above the period average — just 3.3% 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 08 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
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 ₹1,500 (24.0%) 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 Vaduj APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,446. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
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
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To wrap up, Vaduj APMC logged this Potato rate on 08 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.