Reading today's price tape for 28 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,400 per quintal in Dasda APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,450
- Lowest Price Today₹1,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
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 10.1% above the period average, sitting just 3.4% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
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.
The ₹1,850 (31.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Dasda APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹1,450, with the average around ₹1,271. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,300 |
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
Farmers comparing Potato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Dasda APMC on 28 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.