Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹710 per quintal in Golagokarnath APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹710
- Lowest Price Today₹710
- Average (Modal) Price₹710
- 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.
At this level, Potato is about 6.9% below the period average, sitting just 51.4% 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 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 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.
The ₹1,000 (15.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Golagokarnath APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹1,461, with the average around ₹763. 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 | ₹710 | ₹710 | ₹710 |
| 17 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹725 | ₹725 | ₹725 |
| 14 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹725 | ₹715 | ₹722 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,372 | ₹720 | ₹727 |
| 11 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹789 |
| 10 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹920 | ₹700 | ₹802 |
| 05 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹850 | ₹820 | ₹839 |
| 27 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,461 | ₹720 | ₹756 |
| 24 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
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 day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Potato stood at Golagokarnath APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.