Going by the latest APMC figures for 13 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹722 per quintal in Golagokarnath APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Golagokarnath APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹725
- Lowest Price Today₹715
- Average (Modal) Price₹722
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 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 6.2% below the period average, and just 50.6% 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 13 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,100 (17.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Golagokarnath APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹1,461, with the average around ₹770. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹725 | ₹715 | ₹722 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,372 | ₹720 | ₹727 |
| 11 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹789 |
| 10 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹920 | ₹700 | ₹802 |
| 05 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹839 |
| 27 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,461 | ₹720 | ₹756 |
| 24 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹756 |
| 18 Jul | ₹890 | ₹700 | ₹784 |
| 17 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 14 Jul | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹789 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Golagokarnath APMC on 13 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.