With the 08 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹550 per quintal in Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹550
- Lowest Price Today₹550
- Average (Modal) Price₹550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Potato about 0.9% above the period average, and just 0.9% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 08 Aug 2026, so you can see where Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,500 (24.0%) 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 Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹555, with the average around ₹545. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 06 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 05 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 04 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 03 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 02 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 01 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 31 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 30 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 29 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 28 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 26 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 25 Jul | ₹555 | ₹550 | ₹551 |
| 24 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 22 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 21 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 20 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
The takeaway: Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC reported Potato at this level on 08 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.