In the price report dated 19 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹591 per quintal in Mehmoodabad APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
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₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹580
- Average (Modal) Price₹591
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.8% above the period average and just 1.6% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 RSPuram(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.
That ₹1,100 (17.2%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Mehmoodabad APMC ranged between ₹580 and ₹600, with the average around ₹580. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹591 |
| 18 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 17 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 16 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹582 |
| 15 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹582 |
| 13 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 12 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 11 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 10 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 09 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 08 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹581 |
| 07 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 06 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 05 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹582 |
| 04 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 03 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 02 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 01 Aug | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 31 Jul | ₹580 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
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
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Potato traded at this rate in Mehmoodabad APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.