In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Potato, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,000 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Sweet Potato, making it the day's standout.
01What Put Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Potato (Hosur Red)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Sweet Potato is about 29.7% above the period average, sitting just 10.0% short of 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
This table ranks Sweet Potato rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Bahadurgarh APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
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 ₹2,750 (44.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Sweet Potato prices at Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹6,939. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹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
Selling Sweet Potato well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Sweet Potato on 17 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.