In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹610 per quintal in Lalganj APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Lalganj APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹750
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹610
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Potato about 12.0% below the period average, and just 44.6% 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Lalganj APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹693. 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 | ₹750 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 20 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹646 |
| 17 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹619 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹645 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹620 | ₹610 | ₹613 |
| 08 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹632 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹700 | ₹903 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹680 | ₹990 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹781 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹820 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹825 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹857 |
| 31 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹750 | ₹650 | ₹697 |
| 29 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
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
Before carting Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Lalganj APMC on 21 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.