As the 31 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Mahabubnagar(Rythu Bazar) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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.
Today's rate is about 19.0% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mahabubnagar(Rythu Bazar) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹750 (13.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹2,521. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Mahabubnagar(Rythu Bazar) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.