In the price report dated 16 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹650 per quintal in Badayoun APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Potato yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹650
- Lowest Price Today₹650
- Average (Modal) Price₹650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Potato about 1.4% below the period average, and just 18.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Badayoun APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,100 (17.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Badayoun APMC ranged between ₹650 and ₹800, with the average around ₹659. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 16 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 15 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 14 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 09 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 08 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 02 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 01 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 30 Jul | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 29 Jul | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
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
When picking where to sell Potato, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Badayoun APMC on 16 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.