In the mandi rate roundup for 02 Sep 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹598 per quintal in Mehmoodabad APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Potato yard so you can see where this one falls.
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₹580
- Average (Modal) Price₹598
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Sep 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 3.0% above the period average and just 0.3% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 02 Sep 2026, so you can see where Mehmoodabad 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 | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,350 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹1,150 (21.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Mehmoodabad APMC ranged between ₹580 and ₹600, with the average around ₹581. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Sep | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹598 |
| 01 Sep | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 31 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹583 |
| 30 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹582 |
| 29 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 28 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 27 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 26 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 25 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹582 |
| 24 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹581 |
| 23 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 22 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 21 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹583 |
| 20 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 19 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹591 |
| 18 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 17 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 16 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹582 |
| 15 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹582 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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, Mehmoodabad APMC posted this Potato rate on 02 Sep 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.