Across the reporting yards on 21 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹665 per quintal in Raman APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹725
- Lowest Price Today₹605
- Average (Modal) Price₹665
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.6% below the period average and just 27.3% 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 21 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 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹1,300 (21.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Raman APMC ranged between ₹505 and ₹915, with the average around ₹683. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | ₹710 | ₹605 | ₹655 |
| 07 Nov | ₹710 | ₹610 | ₹640 |
| 05 Nov | ₹710 | ₹610 | ₹655 |
| 03 Nov | ₹705 | ₹605 | ₹650 |
| 31 Oct | ₹695 | ₹615 | ₹665 |
| 28 Oct | ₹710 | ₹602 | ₹655 |
| 24 Oct | ₹695 | ₹605 | ₹655 |
| 14 Oct | ₹690 | ₹615 | ₹640 |
| 23 Sep | ₹610 | ₹510 | ₹560 |
| 10 Sep | ₹615 | ₹515 | ₹560 |
| 08 Sep | ₹595 | ₹505 | ₹560 |
| 04 Sep | ₹615 | ₹515 | ₹555 |
| 02 Sep | ₹705 | ₹605 | ₹640 |
| 31 Aug | ₹710 | ₹610 | ₹655 |
| 26 Aug | ₹685 | ₹610 | ₹640 |
| 25 Aug | ₹705 | ₹600 | ₹645 |
| 21 Aug | ₹725 | ₹605 | ₹665 |
| 20 Aug | ₹695 | ₹610 | ₹655 |
| 14 Aug | ₹715 | ₹610 | ₹655 |
| 12 Aug | ₹715 | ₹610 | ₹655 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Raman APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.