As fresh arrivals settled on 06 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹575 per quintal in Islam Nagar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹550
- Average (Modal) Price₹575
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 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 11.7% above the period average and just 28.1% 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 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Alangudi(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.
The ₹1,250 (19.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Islam Nagar APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹800, with the average around ₹515. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 20 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹555 | ₹550 | ₹552 |
| 18 Sep | ₹550 | ₹450 | ₹461 |
| 17 Sep | ₹600 | ₹550 | ₹558 |
| 16 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 15 Sep | ₹550 | ₹450 | ₹455 |
| 14 Sep | ₹550 | ₹450 | ₹465 |
| 13 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 12 Sep | ₹550 | ₹450 | ₹466 |
| 10 Sep | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹526 |
| 08 Sep | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹503 |
| 07 Sep | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹503 |
| 06 Sep | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹520 |
| 05 Sep | ₹550 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 03 Sep | ₹555 | ₹550 | ₹551 |
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
Before carting Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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, Islam Nagar APMC posted this Potato rate on 06 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.