In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Thalasserry Market APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Potato about 1.5% below the period average, and just 26.7% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(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.
At ₹1,100 (17.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Thalasserry Market APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,234. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Potato was priced at this level in Thalasserry Market APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.