Reading today's price tape for 14 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹360 per quintal in Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹720
- Lowest Price Today₹130
- Average (Modal) Price₹360
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Potato is about 6.5% above the period average — just 52.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹1,000 (15.4%), 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 Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC ranged between ₹80 and ₹760, with the average around ₹338. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹720 | ₹130 | ₹360 |
| 13 Aug | ₹760 | ₹140 | ₹400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹660 | ₹100 | ₹340 |
| 11 Aug | ₹700 | ₹120 | ₹400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹680 | ₹100 | ₹360 |
| 07 Aug | ₹700 | ₹140 | ₹400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹740 | ₹100 | ₹380 |
| 05 Aug | ₹700 | ₹140 | ₹340 |
| 04 Aug | ₹760 | ₹120 | ₹400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹700 | ₹120 | ₹320 |
| 01 Aug | ₹760 | ₹100 | ₹360 |
| 30 Jul | ₹720 | ₹140 | ₹380 |
| 29 Jul | ₹760 | ₹100 | ₹400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹700 | ₹120 | ₹340 |
| 27 Jul | ₹640 | ₹100 | ₹320 |
| 24 Jul | ₹700 | ₹140 | ₹360 |
| 23 Jul | ₹700 | ₹100 | ₹320 |
| 22 Jul | ₹760 | ₹120 | ₹360 |
| 21 Jul | ₹700 | ₹140 | ₹340 |
| 20 Jul | ₹680 | ₹120 | ₹320 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC logged this Potato rate on 14 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.