Checking the day's mandi numbers for 19 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Badayoun APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Potato markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 8.7% below the period average — just 25.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 19 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 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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.
The ₹1,100 (17.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Badayoun APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹800, with the average around ₹657. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹650 | ₹600 | ₹610 |
| 17 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 16 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 15 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 14 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 09 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 08 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 02 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 01 Aug | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹650 | ₹650 | ₹650 |
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
Farmers comparing Potato rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Badayoun APMC on 19 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.