In the price report dated 14 Aug 2026, Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Potato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,750 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Sweet Potato Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 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 20.9% above the period average, and just 15.6% 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
Here's how Sweet Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,750 (35.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Sweet Potato fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Potato prices at Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,585. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Sweet Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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: Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Sweet Potato on 14 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.