In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹620 per quintal in Ujjain APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Potato today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹620
- Lowest Price Today₹348
- Average (Modal) Price₹620
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Potato is about 30.2% below the period average — just 48.3% 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 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(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.
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 Ujjain APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹888. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹620 | ₹348 | ₹620 |
| 14 Aug | ₹665 | ₹200 | ₹665 |
| 13 Aug | ₹844 | ₹120 | ₹844 |
| 11 Aug | ₹800 | ₹200 | ₹800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹758 | ₹800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹770 | ₹211 | ₹700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹955 | ₹955 | ₹955 |
| 05 Aug | ₹765 | ₹222 | ₹765 |
| 04 Aug | ₹830 | ₹500 | ₹830 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,190 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹900 | ₹496 | ₹900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹942 | ₹395 | ₹942 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹322 | ₹1,050 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹600 | ₹1,050 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹229 | ₹1,050 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,151 | ₹100 | ₹1,151 |
| 24 Jul | ₹550 | ₹431 | ₹550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹875 | ₹550 | ₹875 |
| 22 Jul | ₹600 | ₹200 | ₹600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
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
Farmers comparing Potato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ujjain APMC logged this Potato rate on 18 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.