As the 23 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹750 per quintal in Pukharayan APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹750
- Lowest Price Today₹750
- Average (Modal) Price₹750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Potato about 3.7% below the period average, and just 8.0% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
A spread of ₹550 (8.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Potato prices at Pukharayan APMC ranged between ₹750 and ₹815, with the average around ₹779. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 21 Jun | ₹810 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 20 Jun | ₹800 | ₹780 | ₹790 |
| 19 Jun | ₹815 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 18 Jun | ₹800 | ₹780 | ₹790 |
| 17 Jun | ₹800 | ₹770 | ₹780 |
| 16 Jun | ₹815 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
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
Before carting Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
The takeaway: Pukharayan APMC reported Potato at this level on 23 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.