Good bidding for Tapioca today — Tamil Nadu (state average) averaged ₹3,448, with the high reaching ₹3,643. If you're planning to sell in , these numbers will help.
Tamil Nadu (state average) Auction Report — September 16, 2026
- Highest Price Today₹3,643 / Qtl
- Lowest Price Today₹3,254 / Qtl
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,448 / Qtl
- Quality Grade /
- Market StateTamil Nadu
Looking only at the high (₹3,643) isn't enough; the real rate is the average (₹3,448), where most produce sells. Repeated bids near the top reflect market confidence.
Seasonal Context · General Guidance
Most of India is in the monsoon season right now. Heavy rain can disrupt transport and reduce mandi arrivals, which may push some commodity prices higher. For accurate local conditions, check your regional weather department updates.
Mandi-by-Mandi Comparison in Tamil Nadu
| Mandi / Market | Modal Price (₹/Qtl) |
|---|---|
| Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| Thalavadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,700 |
| Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| Tindivanam APMC | ₹4,500 |
Across these markets, Tapioca is dearest at Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC (₹5,500) and cheapest at Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC (₹4,500) — a spread of ₹1,000/quintal (22%). Wider gaps can mean better arbitrage for traders willing to move produce between yards.
Recent Rates — Daily Breakdown
| Date | High | Low | Average (Modal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep 2026 | ₹3,643 | ₹3,254 | ₹3,448 |
| 15 Sep 2026 | ₹3,640 | ₹3,222 | ₹3,431 |
| 14 Sep 2026 | ₹3,587 | ₹3,215 | ₹3,401 |
| 13 Sep 2026 | ₹3,589 | ₹3,213 | ₹3,401 |
| 12 Sep 2026 | ₹3,609 | ₹3,221 | ₹3,415 |
| 11 Sep 2026 | ₹3,645 | ₹3,261 | ₹3,453 |
| 10 Sep 2026 | ₹3,612 | ₹3,248 | ₹3,430 |
| 09 Sep 2026 | ₹3,605 | ₹3,248 | ₹3,426 |
| 08 Sep 2026 | ₹3,620 | ₹3,254 | ₹3,437 |
| 07 Sep 2026 | ₹3,611 | ₹3,238 | ₹3,424 |
| 06 Sep 2026 | ₹3,651 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,451 |
| 05 Sep 2026 | ₹3,618 | ₹3,225 | ₹3,422 |
| 04 Sep 2026 | ₹3,630 | ₹3,266 | ₹3,448 |
| 03 Sep 2026 | ₹3,615 | ₹3,226 | ₹3,420 |
| 02 Sep 2026 | ₹3,564 | ₹3,197 | ₹3,381 |
| 01 Sep 2026 | ₹3,543 | ₹3,158 | ₹3,351 |
| 31 Aug 2026 | ₹3,611 | ₹3,253 | ₹3,432 |
| 30 Aug 2026 | ₹3,538 | ₹3,164 | ₹3,351 |
| 29 Aug 2026 | ₹3,547 | ₹3,180 | ₹3,363 |
| 28 Aug 2026 | ₹3,504 | ₹3,155 | ₹3,329 |
Advice for Farmers — The Right Selling Decision
Friend, even in an upward phase the smart move is not to bring your whole crop to market at once. Today's average is ₹3,448 — sell a part now and watch the trend for the rest.
For Traders and Agents — Market Trend
From a procurement view, today's trade is healthy. A narrow gap between the average (₹3,448) and the max (₹3,643) points to a well-supplied environment. Plan large buys around weather and arrivals at other mandis.