As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹450 per quintal in Nakodar APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹450
- Lowest Price Today₹450
- Average (Modal) Price₹450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 6.9% above the period average and just 18.2% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 RSPuram(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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Nakodar APMC ranged between ₹380 and ₹550, with the average around ₹421. 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 | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹420 | ₹420 | ₹420 |
| 12 Aug | ₹410 | ₹410 | ₹410 |
| 08 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹420 | ₹420 | ₹420 |
| 06 Aug | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹450 | ₹380 | ₹420 |
| 29 Jul | ₹410 | ₹410 | ₹410 |
| 27 Jul | ₹410 | ₹410 | ₹410 |
| 23 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 21 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 20 Jul | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹410 | ₹410 | ₹410 |
| 13 Jul | ₹380 | ₹380 | ₹380 |
| 11 Jul | ₹380 | ₹380 | ₹380 |
| 09 Jul | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Nakodar 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.