In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹431 per quintal in Islam Nagar APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Potato today.
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₹550
- Lowest Price Today₹420
- Average (Modal) Price₹431
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Potato is about 15.4% below the period average, sitting just 46.2% 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 19 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 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 RSPuram(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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Islam Nagar APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹800, with the average around ₹509. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹550 | ₹420 | ₹431 |
| 18 Aug | ₹550 | ₹420 | ₹424 |
| 17 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 16 Aug | ₹550 | ₹420 | ₹424 |
| 15 Aug | ₹560 | ₹550 | ₹551 |
| 14 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 12 Aug | ₹560 | ₹550 | ₹551 |
| 11 Aug | ₹550 | ₹420 | ₹431 |
| 10 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 09 Aug | ₹550 | ₹420 | ₹435 |
| 08 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 06 Aug | ₹800 | ₹550 | ₹575 |
| 05 Aug | ₹800 | ₹550 | ₹563 |
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹550 | ₹567 |
| 03 Aug | ₹550 | ₹420 | ₹428 |
| 02 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 01 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 31 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
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
When picking where to sell Potato, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Islam Nagar APMC on 19 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.