In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹760 per quintal in Rayya APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
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₹760
- Lowest Price Today₹760
- Average (Modal) Price₹760
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 23.0% above the period average and just 31.5% 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
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 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹1,900 |
| 2 Raxaul APMC | ₹1,400 |
| 3 Kosli APMC | ₹1,100 |
| 4 Kotkapura APMC | ₹850 |
| 5 Rayya APMC | ₹760 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,140 (150.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹618. 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 | ₹760 | ₹760 | ₹760 |
| 17 Aug | ₹767 | ₹767 | ₹767 |
| 15 Aug | ₹845 | ₹845 | ₹845 |
| 14 Aug | ₹762 | ₹762 | ₹762 |
| 12 Aug | ₹758 | ₹758 | ₹758 |
| 11 Aug | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹755 | ₹755 | ₹755 |
| 08 Aug | ₹662 | ₹662 | ₹662 |
| 07 Aug | ₹740 | ₹740 | ₹740 |
| 06 Aug | ₹782 | ₹782 | ₹782 |
| 04 Aug | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 03 Aug | ₹823 | ₹823 | ₹823 |
| 01 Aug | ₹770 | ₹770 | ₹770 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Potato, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Rayya 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.