As the 14 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Darjeeling APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red)
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.
Today's rate is about 0.3% above the period average and just 6.3% short of 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Darjeeling APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹1,000 (15.4%), 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 Darjeeling APMC ranged between ₹1,350 and ₹1,600, with the average around ₹1,495. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 01 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 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
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
The day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Darjeeling APMC posted this Potato rate on 14 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.