In the day's wholesale-price digest for 31 Aug 2026, Sweet Potato was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Udupi APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Udupi APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Potato (Sweet Potato)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Sweet Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Sweet Potato is about 89.3% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Sweet Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Potato prices at Udupi APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹2,906. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Sweet Potato rate at Udupi APMC on 31 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.