Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Champaknagar APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Potato today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (F.A.Q.)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Potato is about 4.9% above the period average, sitting just 4.8% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 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 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Singampunari(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.
That ₹1,100 (17.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Champaknagar APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,100, with the average around ₹1,907. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Champaknagar 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.