Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 31.8% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 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.
The ₹1,100 (17.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,500. 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 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹700 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹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 headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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, PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC posted this Potato rate on 18 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.