In the day's wholesale-price digest for 08 Aug 2026, Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Potato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,500 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Potato Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 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.
Right now Sweet Potato is about 30.0% above the period average — just 7.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Sweet Potato rates across the markets that reported on 08 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
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 ₹1,600 (32.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sweet Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Potato prices at Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Sweet Potato found its strongest bid at Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 08 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.