In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Jul 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Wazirganj APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Potato today.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Jul 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Potato is about 7.3% above the period average — just 7.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
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 ₹1,800 (31.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Wazirganj APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹650, with the average around ₹559. 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 | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹602 |
| 15 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹620 | ₹600 | ₹601 |
| 12 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹601 |
| 08 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹604 |
| 06 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹605 |
| 05 Aug | ₹620 | ₹600 | ₹601 |
| 04 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹604 |
| 03 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 02 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 01 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹620 | ₹600 | ₹601 |
| 29 Jul | ₹620 | ₹600 | ₹601 |
| 28 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
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
The day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Wazirganj APMC logged this Potato rate on 16 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.