From today's trading desk on 15 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹700 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Potato yards.
01What Put Lucknow APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹700
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Potato is about 8.3% below the period average — just 69.0% 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 15 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lucknow 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 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹2,261, with the average around ₹763. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,576 | ₹1,576 | ₹1,576 |
| 12 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 09 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹700 | ₹831 |
| 04 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹700 | ₹918 |
| 31 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,457 | ₹700 | ₹726 |
| 26 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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Potato changed hands at this rate in Lucknow APMC on 15 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.