Pulling together the 20 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Potato was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Katwa APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹780
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPotato (Jyoti)
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.
Right now Potato is about 36.8% above the period average — just 5.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Potato rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Katwa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Katwa APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹850, with the average around ₹585. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹800 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹850 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹800 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹850 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹750 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹780 |
| 02 Aug | ₹750 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹780 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹500 | ₹480 | ₹500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹750 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹420 | ₹400 | ₹410 |
| 18 Jul | ₹420 | ₹400 | ₹400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹430 | ₹420 | ₹430 |
| 16 Jul | ₹420 | ₹400 | ₹410 |
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
Selling Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Katwa APMC logged this Potato rate on 20 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.