Turning to the 21 Aug 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹610 per quintal in Mathura APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Potato today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
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₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹610
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
This puts Potato about 2.9% above the period average, and just 69.2% 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 21 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 | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,300 (21.0%) 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 Mathura APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,984, with the average around ₹593. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 20 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 19 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹512 |
| 18 Aug | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹545 |
| 17 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹617 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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 21 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.