Looking at how the yards traded on 20 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹580 per quintal in Mehmoodabad APMC. See where this sits in the day's Potato range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Mehmoodabad APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹580
- Average (Modal) Price₹580
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Potato is about 0.0% above the period average, sitting just 3.3% 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
This table ranks Potato rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
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 ₹1,600 (27.1%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Mehmoodabad APMC ranged between ₹580 and ₹600, with the average around ₹580. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹583 |
| 20 Aug | ₹600 | ₹580 | ₹580 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Potato stood at Mehmoodabad APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.