In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹620 per quintal in Raikot APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Raikot APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹620
- Lowest Price Today₹620
- Average (Modal) Price₹620
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Badshah)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Potato about 6.2% above the period average, and just 3.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Raikot 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
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.
That ₹1,600 (27.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Raikot APMC ranged between ₹350 and ₹640, with the average around ₹584. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 20 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 19 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 18 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 17 Aug | ₹610 | ₹610 | ₹610 |
| 16 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 14 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 13 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 12 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
| 11 Aug | ₹610 | ₹610 | ₹610 |
| 10 Aug | ₹630 | ₹630 | ₹630 |
| 09 Aug | ₹350 | ₹350 | ₹350 |
| 08 Aug | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 07 Aug | ₹630 | ₹630 | ₹630 |
| 06 Aug | ₹630 | ₹630 | ₹630 |
| 05 Aug | ₹640 | ₹640 | ₹640 |
| 04 Aug | ₹630 | ₹630 | ₹630 |
| 03 Aug | ₹610 | ₹610 | ₹610 |
| 02 Aug | ₹610 | ₹610 | ₹610 |
| 01 Aug | ₹620 | ₹620 | ₹620 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Raikot APMC reported Potato at this level on 20 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.