As the 31 Jul 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹706 per quintal in Powayan 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
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,100
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹706
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Jul 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 22.2% below the period average and just 35.8% 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 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹1,750 (29.2%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Powayan APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹907. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹820 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹706 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹881 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 26 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹701 | ₹701 | ₹701 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹700 | ₹1,013 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹700 | ₹898 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹700 | ₹1,018 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹700 | ₹893 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹700 | ₹1,079 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹1,021 |
| 15 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹833 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹870 |
| 12 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹1,043 |
| 11 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
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
The day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Powayan APMC posted this Potato rate on 31 Jul 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.