As fresh arrivals settled on 23 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.5% below the period average and just 46.7% 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 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Varanasi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹750 (12.5%), 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 Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹829. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹810 | ₹800 | ₹801 |
| 20 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹802 |
| 15 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,136 | ₹800 | ₹803 |
| 13 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹830 |
| 02 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹810 | ₹800 | ₹801 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Varanasi APMC posted this Potato rate on 23 Aug 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.