As the 31 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹629 per quintal in Mawana APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹700
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹629
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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.
Today's rate is about 2.9% below the period average and just 21.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Mawana APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹800, with the average around ₹648. 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 | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹629 |
| 30 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹644 |
| 23 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹683 |
| 22 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹652 |
| 15 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹685 |
| 14 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹716 |
| 13 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹730 |
| 11 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹706 |
| 06 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹673 |
| 03 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹680 |
| 30 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹760 |
| 29 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 26 Jul | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹664 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Mawana APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.