Here's the 04 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Potato today.
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
- Date04 Aug 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.
At this level, Potato is about 5.1% below the period average, sitting just 46.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 04 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,300 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,050 (16.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹843. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹830 |
| 02 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹810 | ₹800 | ₹801 |
| 29 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,412 | ₹1,412 | ₹1,412 |
| 27 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹825 | ₹800 | ₹801 |
| 16 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹960 |
| 13 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 12 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 11 Jul | ₹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
Before carting Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Varanasi APMC on 04 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.