Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Mahabubnagar(Rythu Bazar) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 21.4% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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
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.
At ₹1,100 (17.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Mahabubnagar(Rythu Bazar) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,471. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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, 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
Net-net, Mahabubnagar(Rythu Bazar) APMC posted this Potato rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.