With the 20 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹1,940 per quintal in Talcher APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Potato markets.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹1,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,940
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 12.3% above the period average and just 7.6% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Talcher APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,600 (27.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Potato prices at Talcher APMC ranged between ₹1,450 and ₹2,100, with the average around ₹1,728. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,940 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,670 | ₹1,830 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,930 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,890 | ₹1,678 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,780 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,780 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,855 | ₹1,620 | ₹1,735 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,750 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,610 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,650 | ₹1,487 | ₹1,578 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,658 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,590 |
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 day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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, Talcher APMC posted this Potato rate on 20 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.