In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Sonamura APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Potato today.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
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.
This puts Potato about 10.1% above the period average, and just 15.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(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.
At ₹1,100 (17.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Sonamura APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹1,900, with the average around ₹1,453. 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 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sonamura APMC reported Potato at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.