Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,900 per quintal in Manubazar APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 2.3% below the period average and just 13.6% 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 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Manubazar 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 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
A spread of ₹1,300 (21.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Manubazar APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,945. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Manubazar 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.