Today at Karnataka (state average), Potato settled near ₹1,640 per quintal (down ₹193 (about 10.5%) versus the previous day). Farmers and buyers in can read the high, low and recent pattern below.
Karnataka (state average) Auction Report — September 18, 2026
- Highest Price Today₹2,000 / Qtl
- Lowest Price Today₹1,230 / Qtl
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,640 / Qtl
- Quality Grade /
- Market StateKarnataka
In mandi terms, as long as the average (₹1,640) is steady, trade is considered reliable. Between today's high and low (₹2,000), the average emerged as a stable centre.
Seasonal Context · General Guidance
Most of India is in the monsoon season right now. Heavy rain can disrupt transport and reduce mandi arrivals, which may push some commodity prices higher. For accurate local conditions, check your regional weather department updates.
Potato — Comparison Across the State's Major Mandis
| Mandi / Market | Modal Price (₹/Qtl) |
|---|---|
| Bangarpet APMC | ₹2,000 |
| APMC Hubballi APMC | ₹1,700 |
| Gauribidanur APMC | ₹1,500 |
| Arasikere APMC | ₹1,500 |
| Davangere APMC | ₹1,500 |
Across these markets, Potato is dearest at Bangarpet APMC (₹2,000) and cheapest at Gauribidanur APMC (₹1,500) — a spread of ₹500/quintal (33%). Wider gaps can mean better arbitrage for traders willing to move produce between yards.
Potato Past Trend — Price Record
| Date | High | Low | Average (Modal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep 2026 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,230 | ₹1,640 |
| 17 Sep 2026 | ₹2,267 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,833 |
| 16 Sep 2026 | ₹1,981 | ₹1,353 | ₹1,697 |
| 15 Sep 2026 | ₹1,957 | ₹1,329 | ₹1,671 |
| 13 Sep 2026 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 12 Sep 2026 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 11 Sep 2026 | ₹2,056 | ₹1,278 | ₹1,711 |
| 10 Sep 2026 | ₹2,114 | ₹1,229 | ₹1,686 |
| 09 Sep 2026 | ₹2,170 | ₹1,397 | ₹1,761 |
| 08 Sep 2026 | ₹2,033 | ₹1,283 | ₹1,650 |
| 07 Sep 2026 | ₹2,090 | ₹1,320 | ₹1,750 |
| 06 Sep 2026 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 05 Sep 2026 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,160 | ₹1,530 |
| 04 Sep 2026 | ₹2,114 | ₹1,314 | ₹1,743 |
| 03 Sep 2026 | ₹2,157 | ₹1,129 | ₹1,671 |
| 02 Sep 2026 | ₹1,967 | ₹1,217 | ₹1,633 |
| 01 Sep 2026 | ₹1,994 | ₹1,378 | ₹1,728 |
| 31 Aug 2026 | ₹1,971 | ₹1,357 | ₹1,714 |
| 29 Aug 2026 | ₹1,989 | ₹1,178 | ₹1,611 |
| 28 Aug 2026 | ₹2,100 | ₹1,220 | ₹1,620 |
Smart Selling — A Farmer's Guide
Plan your selling around today's ₹2,000. If this is the highest in three months (the 3-month high was ₹2,586), book some profit by releasing part of the crop.
Market View for Traders
Commercially, today's Potato tone (a downward) suggests moving ahead carefully. Before buying large lots, factor in transport cost and storage — that's the real balance for margins.