With the 31 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹463 per quintal in Samsabad APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹500
- Lowest Price Today₹450
- Average (Modal) Price₹463
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 5.5% below the period average and just 53.7% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
The ₹750 (13.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Samsabad APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,000, with the average around ₹490. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹500 | ₹450 | ₹463 |
| 30 Aug | ₹600 | ₹400 | ₹500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹500 | ₹450 | ₹467 |
| 28 Aug | ₹500 | ₹400 | ₹404 |
| 27 Aug | ₹500 | ₹400 | ₹442 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Samsabad APMC posted this Potato rate on 31 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.