In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹620 per quintal in Raikot APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Potato yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Raikot APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹620
- Lowest Price Today₹620
- Average (Modal) Price₹620
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Badshah)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 6.5% above the period average — just 3.1% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Raikot 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 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
The ₹1,100 (17.2%) 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 Raikot APMC ranged between ₹350 and ₹640, with the average around ₹582. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 18 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 17 Aug | ₹610 | ₹610 | ₹610 |
| 16 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 14 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 13 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 12 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 11 Aug | ₹610 | ₹610 | ₹610 |
| 10 Aug | ₹630 | ₹630 | ₹630 |
| 09 Aug | ₹350 | ₹350 | ₹350 |
| 08 Aug | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 07 Aug | ₹630 | ₹630 | ₹630 |
| 06 Aug | ₹630 | ₹630 | ₹630 |
| 05 Aug | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 04 Aug | ₹630 | ₹630 | ₹630 |
| 03 Aug | ₹610 | ₹610 | ₹610 |
| 02 Aug | ₹610 | ₹610 | ₹610 |
| 01 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 31 Jul | ₹610 | ₹610 | ₹610 |
| 30 Jul | ₹610 | ₹610 | ₹610 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Raikot 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.