In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Jul 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Madhoganj APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Potato today.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 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.
At this level, Potato is about 0.2% below the period average, sitting just 11.8% 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 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
At ₹1,500 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Madhoganj APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹680, with the average around ₹601. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 26 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹680 | ₹600 | ₹643 |
| 22 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 19 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
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
The headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Madhoganj APMC on 18 Jul 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.