Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,450 per quintal in Jagatsinghpur APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Potato is about 3.9% above the period average, sitting just 3.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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.
The ₹1,100 (17.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Jagatsinghpur APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,396. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,450 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,450 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,350 | ₹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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Potato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Jagatsinghpur APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.