With the 28 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹7,750 per quintal in Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 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 19.9% above the period average and just 3.1% 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 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹2,000 (34.8%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,462. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,150 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 28 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.