With the 24 Oct 2026 auctions now in, 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. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Potato Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Potato (Hosur Red)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Sweet Potato about 23.0% above the period average, and just 10.0% 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
The table below lines up Sweet Potato rates across the markets that reported on 24 Oct 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 | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Bahadurgarh APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Durg APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
At ₹3,000 (50.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sweet Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹7,317. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Sweet Potato, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
The takeaway: Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Sweet Potato on 24 Oct 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.