Here's the 19 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Potato was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Roorkee APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Roorkee APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Potato is about 0.0% above the period average, sitting just 21.9% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,250 (20.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Roorkee APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,280, with the average around ₹1,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
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
Going to the top Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Potato stood at Roorkee APMC on 19 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.