With the 11 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Sonamura APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Sonamura APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 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.
This puts Potato about 4.2% above the period average, and just 21.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 11 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
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 ₹1,400 (22.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Sonamura APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹1,900, with the average around ₹1,440. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 11 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
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
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sonamura APMC reported Potato at this level on 11 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.