Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,250 per quintal in Bhuj APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Desi)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Potato about 4.6% below the period average, and just 30.6% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Bhuj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
That ₹1,000 (15.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Bhuj APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,310. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,350 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,350 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,450 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,450 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 16 Jun | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Potato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bhuj APMC reported Potato at this level on 18 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.