In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,680 per quintal in Birmaharajpur APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
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₹1,730
- Lowest Price Today₹1,630
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,680
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Potato is about 2.6% below the period average — just 16.0% 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 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 RSPuram(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
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.
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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Birmaharajpur APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,724. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Nov | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 06 Nov | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 04 Nov | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 03 Nov | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 02 Nov | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 31 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 26 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
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
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, Birmaharajpur APMC logged this Potato rate on 17 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.