With the 11 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Potato was quoted at ₹2,100 per quintal in Kalimpong APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Potato Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Red)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Potato about 1.2% above the period average, and just 4.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 11 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
At ₹1,400 (22.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Kalimpong APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹2,076. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kalimpong APMC reported Potato at this level on 11 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.