From today's trading desk on 19 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Goluwala APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red Nanital)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Potato is about 5.7% above the period average, sitting just 11.1% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹1,100 (17.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Goluwala APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹900, with the average around ₹757. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹700 |
| 13 Jul | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹900 |
| 11 Jul | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹700 |
| 08 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 07 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 03 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 27 Jun | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
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
Before carting Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Goluwala APMC on 19 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.