As the 12 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹501 per quintal in Agra APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Agra APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹550
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹501
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.2% below the period average and just 72.3% 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 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Agra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹1,000 (15.4%) 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 Agra APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,810, with the average around ₹502. 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 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 11 Aug | ₹660 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 10 Aug | ₹600 | ₹550 | ₹558 |
| 09 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹502 |
| 08 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 07 Aug | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹502 |
| 06 Aug | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 05 Aug | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 04 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 02 Aug | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 01 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹509 |
| 31 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 30 Jul | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 29 Jul | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,690 | ₹500 | ₹504 |
| 27 Jul | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 26 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹502 |
| 25 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹501 |
| 24 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹502 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Agra 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.