Going by the latest APMC figures for 31 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹787 per quintal in Pilibhit APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Potato today.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹787
- 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 3.6% below the period average and just 43.8% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹750 (13.0%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Pilibhit APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,400, with the average around ₹817. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹787 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹862 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹500 | ₹720 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹800 | ₹1,091 |
| 15 Jul | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹667 |
| 25 Jun | ₹550 | ₹520 | ₹540 |
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
Net-net, Pilibhit APMC posted this Potato rate on 31 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.