As fresh arrivals settled on 21 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹900 per quintal in Tarantaran APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹900
- Lowest Price Today₹900
- Average (Modal) Price₹900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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 4.7% 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
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 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,300 (21.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Tarantaran APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹900, with the average around ₹860. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Tarantaran APMC posted this Potato rate on 21 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.