With the 26 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Sweet Potato was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Potato (Hosur Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Sweet Potato about 34.7% above the period average, and just 4.5% 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
The table below lines up Sweet Potato rates across the markets that reported on 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Tiruchengode APMC | ₹5,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sweet Potato.
The ₹4,300 (75.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Potato prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,898. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Sweet Potato was priced at this level in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 26 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.