As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Aug 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Habra APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Potato markets.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
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.
This puts Potato about 2.0% below the period average, and just 9.1% 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
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 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,100 (17.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Habra APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹1,020. 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 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
The takeaway: Habra APMC reported Potato at this level on 19 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.