Reading today's price tape for 13 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹2,100 per quintal in Kalimpong APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Kalimpong APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red)
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.
At this level, Potato is about 1.1% above the period average, sitting just 4.5% 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 13 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 | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,100 (17.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Kalimpong APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹2,078. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Kalimpong APMC on 13 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.