Here's the 20 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Potato was quoted at ₹500 per quintal in Aligarh APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Potato today.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹500
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Potato is about 0.0% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,600 (27.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Aligarh APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹600, with the average around ₹500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹500 | ₹500 | ₹500 |
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
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
All told, this is where Potato stood at Aligarh APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.