Checking the day's mandi numbers for 09 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹660 per quintal in Samsi APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹680
- Lowest Price Today₹650
- Average (Modal) Price₹660
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 6.0% below the period average — just 16.5% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 09 Aug 2026, so you can see where Samsi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 7 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,250 (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 ₹640 and ₹790, with the average around ₹702. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹680 | ₹650 | ₹660 |
| 07 Aug | ₹660 | ₹640 | ₹650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹695 | ₹680 | ₹690 |
| 04 Aug | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 02 Aug | ₹710 | ₹690 | ₹700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹700 | ₹680 | ₹690 |
| 30 Jul | ₹790 | ₹750 | ₹780 |
| 29 Jul | ₹700 | ₹680 | ₹690 |
| 27 Jul | ₹700 | ₹670 | ₹680 |
| 26 Jul | ₹700 | ₹680 | ₹690 |
| 24 Jul | ₹700 | ₹680 | ₹690 |
| 23 Jul | ₹700 | ₹690 | ₹695 |
| 21 Jul | ₹730 | ₹720 | ₹725 |
| 20 Jul | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 18 Jul | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 16 Jul | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 15 Jul | ₹715 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 14 Jul | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 13 Jul | ₹715 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 11 Jul | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Samsi APMC logged this Potato rate on 09 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.