Based on what the markets reported on 20 Jul 2026, Potato was quoted at ₹780 per quintal in Islampur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Potato today.
01What's Behind Today's Potato Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹760
- Average (Modal) Price₹780
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Jul 2026
- CommodityPotato (Other)
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.
Right now Potato is about 0.3% below the period average — just 56.7% 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 Jul 2026, so you can see where Islampur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Potato.
That ₹1,600 (26.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Potato prices at Islampur APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹782. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | ₹720 | ₹680 | ₹700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹800 | ₹770 | ₹780 |
| 28 Jul | ₹790 | ₹770 | ₹780 |
| 27 Jul | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 25 Jul | ₹800 | ₹770 | ₹780 |
| 24 Jul | ₹800 | ₹770 | ₹780 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹820 | ₹780 | ₹800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 18 Jul | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 17 Jul | ₹800 | ₹760 | ₹780 |
| 14 Jul | ₹780 | ₹750 | ₹760 |
| 13 Jul | ₹790 | ₹750 | ₹780 |
| 10 Jul | ₹780 | ₹750 | ₹760 |
| 07 Jul | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹780 |
| 02 Jul | ₹780 | ₹740 | ₹760 |
| 30 Jun | ₹780 | ₹730 | ₹750 |
| 29 Jun | ₹780 | ₹720 | ₹750 |
| 28 Jun | ₹750 | ₹720 | ₹740 |
| 26 Jun | ₹780 | ₹720 | ₹750 |
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
The headline Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To wrap up, Islampur APMC logged this Potato rate on 20 Jul 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.