Pulling together the 12 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Potato was quoted at ₹3,550 per quintal in Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. This is one of several Potato rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Potato is about 0.4% below the period average, sitting just 15.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Vedaranyam(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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹1,000 (15.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹3,563. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,450 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
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
The headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 12 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.