Based on what the markets reported on 19 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Madhubani APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red)
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.
Right now Potato is about 6.1% below the period average — just 33.3% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sulur(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 ₹1,000 (15.4%) 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 Madhubani APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,278. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To wrap up, Madhubani APMC logged this Potato rate on 19 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.