Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹960 per quintal in Khekda APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹900
- Average (Modal) Price₹960
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
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.
At this level, Potato is about 2.7% above the period average, sitting just 20.0% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Khekda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(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.
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 Khekda APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹935. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹960 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹945 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹923 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹865 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹973 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹950 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹869 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹903 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹959 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹873 |
| 29 Jul | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹806 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,135 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Khekda APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.