In the day's wholesale-price digest for 02 Sep 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Karsiyang(Matigara) 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₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Sep 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 0.3% above the period average, sitting just 6.3% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 02 Sep 2026, so you can see where Karsiyang(Matigara) 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 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,350 |
| 12 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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 ₹1,250 (23.8%), 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 Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC ranged between ₹1,350 and ₹1,600, with the average around ₹1,496. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC on 02 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.