In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Katwa APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹750
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 40.8% above the period average, sitting just 5.9% 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 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Katwa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sulur(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.
A spread of ₹1,000 (15.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Katwa APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹850, with the average around ₹568. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹850 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹750 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹780 |
| 02 Aug | ₹750 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹780 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹500 | ₹480 | ₹500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹750 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹420 | ₹400 | ₹410 |
| 18 Jul | ₹420 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹430 | ₹420 | ₹430 |
| 16 Jul | ₹420 | ₹400 | ₹410 |
| 15 Jul | ₹430 | ₹420 | ₹430 |
| 14 Jul | ₹420 | ₹400 | ₹410 |
| 13 Jul | ₹440 | ₹410 | ₹420 |
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
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Katwa APMC on 12 Aug 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.