In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Sweet Potato was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Sweet Potato yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Potato Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Potato (Hosur Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Sweet Potato about 6.3% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Sweet Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹3,000 (50.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sweet Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Sweet Potato prices at Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,644. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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 day's best Sweet Potato rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Sweet Potato at this level on 18 Oct 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.