Here's the 21 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Potato was quoted at ₹605 per quintal in Dinhata APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹620
- Lowest Price Today₹590
- Average (Modal) Price₹605
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
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 10.6% below the period average — just 20.4% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,300 (21.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Dinhata APMC ranged between ₹590 and ₹760, with the average around ₹677. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹620 | ₹590 | ₹605 |
| 20 Aug | ₹620 | ₹590 | ₹605 |
| 19 Aug | ₹620 | ₹590 | ₹605 |
| 18 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 17 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 14 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 13 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 12 Aug | ₹640 | ₹610 | ₹620 |
| 11 Aug | ₹640 | ₹610 | ₹620 |
| 10 Aug | ₹640 | ₹610 | ₹620 |
| 07 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 05 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 04 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 03 Aug | ₹630 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 31 Jul | ₹650 | ₹630 | ₹640 |
| 29 Jul | ₹690 | ₹650 | ₹670 |
| 28 Jul | ₹690 | ₹650 | ₹670 |
| 27 Jul | ₹700 | ₹660 | ₹680 |
| 24 Jul | ₹710 | ₹670 | ₹690 |
| 23 Jul | ₹710 | ₹670 | ₹690 |
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 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
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Dinhata APMC on 21 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.