As the 13 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Potato was quoted at ₹1,602 per quintal in Meerut APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,602
- Lowest Price Today₹1,602
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,602
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 195.7% above the period average and just 3.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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 ₹1,100 (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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Meerut APMC ranged between ₹450 and ₹1,667, with the average around ₹542. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹1,602 | ₹1,602 | ₹1,602 |
| 12 Aug | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 02 Aug | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹450 | ₹827 |
| 30 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,640 | ₹450 | ₹476 |
| 26 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 25 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 23 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 22 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 21 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 19 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 17 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 15 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 14 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,667 | ₹450 | ₹464 |
| 12 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 11 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| 09 Jul | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
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
When picking where to sell Potato, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Meerut APMC posted this Potato rate on 13 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.