Based on what the markets reported on 19 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,158 per quintal in Lakhimpur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,130
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,158
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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 5.5% above the period average, sitting just 31.9% 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 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lakhimpur 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 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 RSPuram(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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Lakhimpur APMC ranged between ₹750 and ₹1,700, with the average around ₹1,098. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹1,200 | ₹850 | ₹959 |
| 05 Nov | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,178 |
| 04 Nov | ₹1,120 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,066 |
| 19 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,060 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,033 |
| 15 Oct | ₹860 | ₹860 | ₹860 |
| 13 Oct | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹980 | ₹1,063 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,156 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,221 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,032 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹950 | ₹1,025 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹920 | ₹1,022 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Lakhimpur APMC on 19 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.