Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Rudauli APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
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₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 20.9% above the period average and right at 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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 (17.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Potato prices at Rudauli APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹1,000, with the average around ₹827. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 28 Jun | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 27 Jun | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 24 Jun | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 20 Jun | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 17 Jun | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Rudauli APMC posted this Potato rate on 17 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.