Based on what the markets reported on 28 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Potato is about 24.8% above the period average, sitting just 7.1% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
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 ₹1,850 (31.4%) 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 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,208. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 28 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.