Turning to the 16 Aug 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹550 per quintal in Ujhani APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹550
- Lowest Price Today₹550
- Average (Modal) Price₹550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
This puts Potato about 0.2% below the period average, and just 37.5% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 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.
A spread of ₹1,100 (17.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Ujhani APMC ranged between ₹450 and ₹880, with the average around ₹551. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 15 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 14 Aug | ₹700 | ₹640 | ₹652 |
| 13 Aug | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 12 Aug | ₹700 | ₹640 | ₹650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 10 Aug | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 09 Aug | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 08 Aug | ₹650 | ₹640 | ₹643 |
| 07 Aug | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 06 Aug | ₹650 | ₹640 | ₹644 |
| 05 Aug | ₹710 | ₹640 | ₹666 |
| 04 Aug | ₹700 | ₹640 | ₹664 |
| 03 Aug | ₹650 | ₹640 | ₹642 |
| 02 Aug | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 01 Aug | ₹650 | ₹640 | ₹642 |
| 31 Jul | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 30 Jul | ₹700 | ₹640 | ₹658 |
| 29 Jul | ₹650 | ₹640 | ₹643 |
| 28 Jul | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ujhani APMC reported Potato at this level on 16 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.