In the latest market update for 20 Oct 2026, Sweet Potato was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Sweet Potato Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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 15.0% above the period average, sitting just 17.9% 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 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 7 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹3,000 (50.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Sweet Potato prices at Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
For Sweet Potato, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
All told, this is where Sweet Potato stood at Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.