In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
At this level, Potato is about 8.9% below the period average, sitting just 17.5% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Singampunari(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.
That ₹1,100 (17.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,623. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 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.