Here's the 12 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Potato was quoted at ₹550 per quintal in Achnera APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹550
- Lowest Price Today₹550
- Average (Modal) Price₹550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Potato is about 0.5% above the period average — right at the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,000 (15.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Achnera APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹550, with the average around ₹547. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 31 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 30 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 28 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 20 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 15 Jul | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹503 |
| 14 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 13 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 11 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 09 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 07 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 05 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 30 Jun | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Achnera APMC on 12 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.