In the latest market update for 11 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in GarhShankar (Kotfatuhi) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 14.2% above the period average, sitting right at 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 11 Aug 2026, so you can see where GarhShankar (Kotfatuhi) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
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 ₹1,400 (22.2%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at GarhShankar (Kotfatuhi) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,000, with the average around ₹876. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 16 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
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
Before carting Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
All told, this is where Potato stood at GarhShankar (Kotfatuhi) APMC on 11 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.