In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹430 per quintal in Nakodar APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Potato yards.
01What Put Nakodar APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹430
- Lowest Price Today₹430
- Average (Modal) Price₹430
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Potato)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 2.1% above the period average, sitting just 21.8% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
The ₹1,000 (15.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Nakodar APMC ranged between ₹380 and ₹550, with the average around ₹421. 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 | ₹430 | ₹430 | ₹430 |
| 17 Aug | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹420 | ₹420 | ₹420 |
| 12 Aug | ₹410 | ₹410 | ₹410 |
| 08 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹420 | ₹420 | ₹420 |
| 06 Aug | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹450 | ₹380 | ₹420 |
| 29 Jul | ₹410 | ₹410 | ₹410 |
| 27 Jul | ₹410 | ₹410 | ₹410 |
| 23 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 21 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 20 Jul | ₹400 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹410 | ₹410 | ₹410 |
| 13 Jul | ₹380 | ₹380 | ₹380 |
| 11 Jul | ₹380 | ₹380 | ₹380 |
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 on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Nakodar APMC on 18 Aug 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.