With the 31 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹672 per quintal in Mathura APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹900
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹672
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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 13.1% above the period average, and just 66.1% 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 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 9 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹750 (13.0%), 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 Mathura APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,984, with the average around ₹594. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹672 |
| 30 Aug | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹620 |
| 29 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹536 |
| 28 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹523 |
| 27 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,777 | ₹600 | ₹703 |
| 25 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹662 |
| 24 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹554 |
| 23 Aug | ₹900 | ₹500 | ₹574 |
| 22 Aug | ₹750 | ₹500 | ₹522 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Potato, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at 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
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Mathura APMC on 31 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.