As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹422 per quintal in Islam Nagar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Islam Nagar APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹550
- Lowest Price Today₹420
- Average (Modal) Price₹422
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 17.4% below the period average and just 47.2% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Islam Nagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,000 (15.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Islam Nagar APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹800, with the average around ₹511. 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 | ₹550 | ₹420 | ₹422 |
| 17 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 16 Aug | ₹550 | ₹420 | ₹424 |
| 15 Aug | ₹560 | ₹550 | ₹551 |
| 14 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 12 Aug | ₹560 | ₹550 | ₹551 |
| 11 Aug | ₹550 | ₹420 | ₹431 |
| 10 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 09 Aug | ₹550 | ₹420 | ₹435 |
| 08 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 06 Aug | ₹800 | ₹550 | ₹575 |
| 05 Aug | ₹800 | ₹550 | ₹563 |
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹550 | ₹567 |
| 03 Aug | ₹550 | ₹420 | ₹428 |
| 02 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 01 Aug | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 31 Jul | ₹550 | ₹550 | ₹550 |
| 30 Jul | ₹550 | ₹400 | ₹411 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Islam Nagar 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.