As the 08 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Bassi APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Potato yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
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 7.3% below the period average and just 25.0% 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 08 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,500 (24.0%) 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 Bassi APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,400, with the average around ₹1,942. 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 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
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 market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 08 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Bassi 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.