In today's crop-price rundown for 08 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,100 per quintal in Lalru APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Lalru APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,100
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 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 14.0% above the period average and right at 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 08 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lalru APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 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.
A spread of ₹1,450 (23.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Lalru APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹965. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹986 | ₹986 | ₹986 |
| 06 Aug | ₹950 | ₹950 | ₹950 |
| 05 Aug | ₹950 | ₹950 | ₹950 |
| 04 Aug | ₹950 | ₹950 | ₹950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹950 | ₹950 | ₹950 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹950 | ₹950 | ₹950 |
| 24 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 16 Jul | ₹980 | ₹980 | ₹980 |
| 15 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 14 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
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
The headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Lalru APMC posted this Potato rate on 08 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.