Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹580 per quintal in Safdarganj APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Potato yards.
01What Put Safdarganj APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹580
- Lowest Price Today₹580
- Average (Modal) Price₹580
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Potato is about 0.5% above the period average, sitting just 10.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 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 | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 RSPuram(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.
At ₹1,100 (17.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Safdarganj APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹650, with the average around ₹577. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Nov | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 08 Nov | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 21 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 20 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 18 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 15 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹602 |
| 13 Oct | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹602 |
| 12 Oct | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹603 |
| 25 Sep | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 24 Sep | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 23 Sep | ₹590 | ₹580 | ₹584 |
| 22 Sep | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 21 Sep | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 20 Sep | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 19 Sep | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 18 Sep | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Safdarganj APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.