Reading today's price tape for 16 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹900 per quintal in Gangoh APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Potato yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹900
- Lowest Price Today₹900
- Average (Modal) Price₹900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 1.0% below the period average — just 25.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gangoh APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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 ₹1,100 (17.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Gangoh APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹909. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,010 | ₹900 | ₹972 |
| 27 Jul | ₹950 | ₹950 | ₹950 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹902 |
| 21 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 19 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹945 |
| 10 Jul | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹984 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹700 | ₹951 |
| 04 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 25 Jun | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹735 |
| 24 Jun | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 20 Jun | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹690 |
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
Farmers comparing Potato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Gangoh APMC on 16 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.