As the 06 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Sweet Potato was quoted at ₹3,250 per quintal in Rahata APMC. This is one of several Sweet Potato rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Sweet Potato Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Sweet Potato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Potato (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Sweet Potato about 4.4% below the period average, and just 18.8% 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 Sweet Potato rates across active mandis for 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sweet Potato.
A spread of ₹1,750 (33.3%) 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 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Sweet Potato prices at Rahata APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,400. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
Going to the top Sweet Potato market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Rahata APMC reported Sweet Potato at this level on 06 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.