Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹625 per quintal in Mathura APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹625
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Potato about 5.3% above the period average, and just 68.5% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mathura APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Mathura APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,984, with the average around ₹594. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹625 |
| 16 Aug | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹548 |
| 15 Aug | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹818 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹554 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,847 | ₹500 | ₹592 |
| 12 Aug | ₹950 | ₹500 | ₹534 |
| 11 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹536 |
| 10 Aug | ₹850 | ₹500 | ₹521 |
| 09 Aug | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹698 |
| 08 Aug | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹514 |
| 07 Aug | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹571 |
| 06 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹515 |
| 05 Aug | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹764 |
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹511 |
| 03 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹590 |
| 02 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹519 |
| 01 Aug | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹567 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹500 | ₹544 |
| 30 Jul | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹544 |
| 29 Jul | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹573 |
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: Mathura APMC reported Potato at this level on 17 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.