Going by the latest APMC figures for 06 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹690 per quintal in Samsi APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Samsi APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹695
- Lowest Price Today₹680
- Average (Modal) Price₹690
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Potato about 2.1% above the period average, and just 13.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 06 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
The ₹1,250 (19.2%) 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 Samsi APMC ranged between ₹580 and ₹800, with the average around ₹676. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹640 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 24 Sep | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 23 Sep | ₹640 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 21 Sep | ₹650 | ₹630 | ₹640 |
| 19 Sep | ₹650 | ₹625 | ₹640 |
| 18 Sep | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 16 Sep | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹630 |
| 15 Sep | ₹650 | ₹620 | ₹640 |
| 14 Sep | ₹650 | ₹630 | ₹640 |
| 11 Sep | ₹650 | ₹630 | ₹640 |
| 10 Sep | ₹650 | ₹630 | ₹640 |
| 09 Sep | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹780 |
| 08 Sep | ₹730 | ₹700 | ₹720 |
| 07 Sep | ₹610 | ₹590 | ₹600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹610 | ₹580 | ₹600 |
| 01 Sep | ₹620 | ₹580 | ₹600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹620 | ₹580 | ₹600 |
| 30 Aug | ₹640 | ₹580 | ₹620 |
| 25 Aug | ₹650 | ₹640 | ₹645 |
| 24 Aug | ₹655 | ₹640 | ₹650 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Samsi APMC reported Potato at this level on 06 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.