Here's the 18 Jul 2026 mandi snapshot — Potato was quoted at ₹660 per quintal in Rayya APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Rayya APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹660
- Lowest Price Today₹660
- Average (Modal) Price₹660
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Potato is about 15.8% above the period average, sitting just 40.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 18 Jul 2026, so you can see where Rayya APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,500 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Rayya APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,110, with the average around ₹570. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹725 | ₹725 | ₹725 |
| 30 Jul | ₹725 | ₹725 | ₹725 |
| 29 Jul | ₹645 | ₹645 | ₹645 |
| 28 Jul | ₹725 | ₹725 | ₹725 |
| 27 Jul | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 25 Jul | ₹721 | ₹721 | ₹721 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,012 | ₹1,012 | ₹1,012 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,110 | ₹1,110 | ₹1,110 |
| 22 Jul | ₹645 | ₹645 | ₹645 |
| 21 Jul | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 20 Jul | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹660 | ₹660 | ₹660 |
| 17 Jul | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹655 | ₹655 | ₹655 |
| 15 Jul | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 14 Jul | ₹648 | ₹648 | ₹648 |
| 13 Jul | ₹648 | ₹648 | ₹648 |
| 11 Jul | ₹652 | ₹652 | ₹652 |
| 10 Jul | ₹660 | ₹660 | ₹660 |
| 09 Jul | ₹729 | ₹729 | ₹729 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Rayya APMC on 18 Jul 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.