As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Buland Shahr APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting 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₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 6.7% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹1,100 (17.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Buland Shahr APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹800, with the average around ₹750. 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 | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 31 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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Buland Shahr APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.