With the 13 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹680 per quintal in Sheoraphuly APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹720
- Lowest Price Today₹640
- Average (Modal) Price₹680
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 11.5% below the period average and just 20.9% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,100 (17.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Sheoraphuly APMC ranged between ₹620 and ₹860, with the average around ₹768. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹720 | ₹640 | ₹680 |
| 12 Aug | ₹700 | ₹660 | ₹680 |
| 11 Aug | ₹720 | ₹620 | ₹660 |
| 10 Aug | ₹700 | ₹630 | ₹660 |
| 07 Aug | ₹730 | ₹630 | ₹690 |
| 06 Aug | ₹700 | ₹620 | ₹680 |
| 05 Aug | ₹720 | ₹640 | ₹680 |
| 04 Aug | ₹700 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 31 Jul | ₹740 | ₹700 | ₹720 |
| 30 Jul | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 29 Jul | ₹740 | ₹700 | ₹720 |
| 28 Jul | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 24 Jul | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 23 Jul | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹720 |
| 22 Jul | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 19 Jul | ₹760 | ₹740 | ₹760 |
| 18 Jul | ₹760 | ₹740 | ₹750 |
| 17 Jul | ₹740 | ₹700 | ₹720 |
| 16 Jul | ₹760 | ₹740 | ₹760 |
| 14 Jul | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 13 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Sheoraphuly APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.