Turning to the 18 Oct 2026 APMC board, 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. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Sweet Potato Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 28.7% above the period average and just 10.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Sweet Potato rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Singanallur(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 ₹3,250 (56.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Sweet Potato prices at Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹6,994. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Sweet Potato. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.