In the latest market update for 31 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,100 per quintal in Sandila APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹1,100
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Potato is about 19.2% above the period average, sitting right at 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹750 (13.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Sandila APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹923. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 30 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹602 | ₹600 | ₹601 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹750 | ₹700 | ₹715 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹823 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 19 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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Sandila APMC on 31 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.