Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Jangipura APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Potato is about 12.8% below the period average — just 57.5% 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
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jangipura 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,000 (15.4%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Potato prices at Jangipura APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹1,412, with the average around ₹688. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,254 | ₹600 | ₹658 |
| 23 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,317 | ₹1,317 | ₹1,317 |
| 10 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 04 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,412 | ₹1,412 | ₹1,412 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Jangipura APMC logged this Potato rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.