In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Jul 2026, Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Potato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,600 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Jul 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 23.2% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
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.
The ₹1,800 (31.0%) 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹6,168. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 19 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 12 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Jul 2026, Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Potato. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.