From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹900 per quintal in Sanawad(F&V) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Desi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Potato is about 5.9% below the period average — just 25.0% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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 ₹1,100 (17.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Potato prices at Sanawad(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹956. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Sanawad(F&V) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.