Pulling together the 25 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Potato was quoted at ₹700 per quintal in Paliakala APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹700
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 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 9.6% below the period average, sitting just 65.0% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 25 Aug 2026, so you can see where Paliakala APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 4 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,850 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹650 (11.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Paliakala APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹774. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 25 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹700 | ₹712 |
| 21 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹700 | ₹725 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹700 | ₹716 |
| 13 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹700 | ₹713 |
| 10 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 09 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹700 | ₹720 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹700 | ₹841 |
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
Farmers comparing Potato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Paliakala APMC on 25 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.