Across the reporting yards on 16 Aug 2026, Sweet Potato was quoted at ₹4,250 per quintal in Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Sweet Potato Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Potato (Hosur Red)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Sweet Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Sweet Potato about 13.7% above the period average, and just 5.6% 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 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Udumalpet APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹4,250 (73.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Potato prices at Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,738. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Sweet Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Sweet Potato at this level on 16 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.