From today's trading desk on 21 Jul 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹620 per quintal in Lalganj 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
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹700
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹620
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Potato is about 11.9% below the period average — just 43.7% 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
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,600 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Vadavalli(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.
That ₹600 (10.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Potato prices at Lalganj APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹703. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Nov | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 21 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹621 |
| 20 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹617 |
| 19 Oct | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 18 Oct | ₹850 | ₹600 | ₹625 |
| 17 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹619 |
| 16 Oct | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹616 |
| 15 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹625 |
| 14 Oct | ₹850 | ₹600 | ₹615 |
| 13 Oct | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹634 |
| 12 Oct | ₹950 | ₹600 | ₹663 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹743 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹827 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹869 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹774 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹771 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹804 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹872 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹788 |
| 16 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹645 |
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
For Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Lalganj APMC logged this Potato rate on 21 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.