Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,100 per quintal in Bhagwanpur Mandi APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,100
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
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.
At this level, Potato is about 2.2% above the period average, sitting just 12.0% 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 20 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 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
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 Bhagwanpur Mandi APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,250, with the average around ₹1,076. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,150 | ₹1,150 | ₹1,150 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,150 | ₹1,150 | ₹1,150 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,150 | ₹1,150 | ₹1,150 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,150 | ₹1,140 | ₹1,147 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,011 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,040 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,040 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Bhagwanpur Mandi APMC on 20 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.