Checking the day's mandi numbers for 15 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in Thathakapatti(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
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Potato is about 9.4% above the period average, sitting just 30.0% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,100 (17.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,477. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
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
Before carting Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 15 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.