Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹660 per quintal in Siliguri APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Potato today.
01What Put Siliguri APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹670
- Lowest Price Today₹640
- Average (Modal) Price₹660
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
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.
At this level, Potato is about 6.5% below the period average, sitting just 15.4% 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
A spread of ₹1,600 (27.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹630 and ₹780, with the average around ₹706. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 20 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 19 Aug | ₹660 | ₹640 | ₹650 |
| 18 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 17 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 16 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 15 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 14 Aug | ₹670 | ₹640 | ₹660 |
| 13 Aug | ₹660 | ₹630 | ₹650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹660 | ₹630 | ₹650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹660 | ₹630 | ₹650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹660 | ₹630 | ₹650 |
| 09 Aug | ₹660 | ₹630 | ₹650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹660 | ₹630 | ₹650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹660 | ₹630 | ₹650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹660 | ₹630 | ₹650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹660 | ₹630 | ₹650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹700 | ₹670 | ₹680 |
| 01 Aug | ₹700 | ₹670 | ₹680 |
| 31 Jul | ₹700 | ₹670 | ₹680 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Potato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
To sum up, this was the Potato rate at Siliguri APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.