As the 20 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹200 per quintal in Morena APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹300
- Lowest Price Today₹200
- Average (Modal) Price₹200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Desi)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Potato about 37.7% below the period average, and just 83.3% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Singanallur(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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Morena APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹321. 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 | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹700 | ₹200 | ₹200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹200 | ₹200 | ₹200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹200 | ₹200 | ₹200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹700 | ₹200 | ₹200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹260 | ₹200 | ₹260 |
| 13 Aug | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹200 | ₹200 | ₹200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹200 | ₹240 |
| 04 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹200 | ₹200 | ₹200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹250 | ₹250 |
| 25 Jul | ₹200 | ₹200 | ₹200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹400 | ₹200 | ₹200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹400 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹400 | ₹200 | ₹200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹200 | ₹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, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Morena 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.