In the mandi rate roundup for 26 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹500 per quintal in Samsabad APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Potato yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Samsabad APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹400
- Average (Modal) Price₹500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.4% above the period average and just 50.0% 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 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Samsabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,850 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
That ₹1,100 (19.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Samsabad APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,000, with the average around ₹493. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹600 | ₹400 | ₹500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹600 | ₹450 | ₹500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹500 | ₹450 | ₹473 |
| 20 Aug | ₹500 | ₹450 | ₹472 |
| 19 Aug | ₹600 | ₹450 | ₹500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹600 | ₹450 | ₹500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹500 | ₹450 | ₹459 |
| 14 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹600 | ₹450 | ₹500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹600 | ₹450 | ₹500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹600 | ₹450 | ₹500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹500 | ₹450 | ₹458 |
| 06 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Samsabad 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.