Based on what the markets reported on 12 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹6,400 per quintal in Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,600
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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 10.6% above the period average, sitting just 3.0% 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 12 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 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
At ₹1,000 (15.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,600 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹5,786. 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 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
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 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 12 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.