Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Jul 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹700 per quintal in Viswan APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Potato yards.
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₹700
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Jul 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 5.4% above the period average — right at 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 16 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
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 ₹1,800 (31.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Viswan APMC ranged between ₹550 and ₹700, with the average around ₹664. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 05 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 02 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 30 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 29 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 26 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 16 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 15 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 11 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 09 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 06 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 04 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 02 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 30 Jun | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Viswan APMC logged this Potato rate on 16 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.