With the 14 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹550 per quintal in Meeranpur Katra APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹550
- Lowest Price Today₹550
- Average (Modal) Price₹550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 3.2% above the period average and right at 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 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,000 (15.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Meeranpur Katra APMC ranged between ₹450 and ₹550, with the average around ₹533. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 14 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 10 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 06 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 05 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 03 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 02 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 01 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 30 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 29 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 26 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 24 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 22 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 20 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 19 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 17 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 15 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Meeranpur Katra APMC posted this Potato rate on 14 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.