Turning to the 20 Aug 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹858 per quintal in Bhadara APMC. This is one of several Potato rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Bhadara APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹900
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹858
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 4.4% above the period average and just 14.2% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Bhadara 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹1,600 (27.1%), 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 Bhadara APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹1,000, with the average around ₹822. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹852 |
| 20 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹858 |
| 19 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹871 |
| 18 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹864 |
| 17 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹845 |
| 14 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹806 |
| 13 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹832 |
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹780 |
| 11 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹770 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹773 |
| 08 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹738 |
| 07 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹736 |
| 06 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹758 |
| 05 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹764 |
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹763 |
| 03 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹744 |
| 02 Aug | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹788 |
| 30 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹779 |
| 29 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹721 |
| 28 Jul | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹845 |
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
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Net-net, Bhadara APMC posted this Potato rate on 20 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.