In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹860 per quintal in Tarantaran APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹860
- Lowest Price Today₹860
- Average (Modal) Price₹860
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.1% above the period average and just 4.4% 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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(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
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.
At ₹1,100 (17.2%), 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 Tarantaran APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹900, with the average around ₹859. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 16 Aug | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 15 Aug | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 14 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 11 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 08 Aug | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 06 Aug | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 05 Aug | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 03 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 27 Jul | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 25 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 21 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 19 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
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Net-net, Tarantaran APMC posted this Potato rate on 17 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.