Turning to the 26 Aug 2026 APMC board, Potato was quoted at ₹1,400 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Melaghar APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jalander)
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.
Today's rate is about 4.4% below the period average and just 17.6% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 26 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,850 |
| 2 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹1,100 (19.1%) 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 Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹1,700, with the average around ₹1,464. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Melaghar APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.