Here's the 05 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Thanabhavan APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Potato is about 8.5% below the period average — just 20.0% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,300 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
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.
At ₹1,050 (16.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Thanabhavan APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,000, with the average around ₹874. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹857 |
| 28 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹867 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹520 | ₹500 | ₹508 |
| 22 Jun | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 18 Jun | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
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 headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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 short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Thanabhavan APMC on 05 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.