Turning to the 28 Aug 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹4,050 per quintal in Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 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 12.8% above the period average, and just 10.0% 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 28 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 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.
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 ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,590. 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 | ₹4,500 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,050 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC reported Potato at this level on 28 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.