Pulling together the 23 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Lalganj APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
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₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
At this level, Potato is about 12.9% below the period average, sitting just 45.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
A spread of ₹550 (8.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Lalganj APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹689. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹610 | ₹600 | ₹602 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Potato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Lalganj APMC on 23 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.