In the price report dated 20 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Madhubani APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Potato yards.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Potato about 6.0% below the period average, and just 33.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Madhubani 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 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 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.
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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Madhubani APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,276. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Madhubani APMC reported Potato at this level on 20 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.