In the mandi rate roundup for 15 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹3,650 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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₹3,900
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
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.
This puts Potato about 1.0% below the period average, and just 24.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 15 Aug 2026, so you can see where Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 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.
The ₹1,100 (17.2%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹3,688. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,650 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Potato at this level on 15 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.