In the price report dated 16 Aug 2026, Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Potato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Potato (Hosur Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Sweet Potato about 116.7% 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
The table below lines up Sweet Potato rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Cuddalore(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 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Udumalpet 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Potato prices at Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹4,614. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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 headline Sweet Potato rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Sweet Potato on 16 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.