As the 16 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹1,250 per quintal in Panisagar APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Panisagar APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jalander)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 5.1% below the period average and just 16.7% short of 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 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Panisagar 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 | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,100 (17.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Panisagar APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,317. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 12 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 05 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 24 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 22 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 21 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,150 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Potato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Panisagar 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.