Reading today's price tape for 16 Aug 2026, Sweet Potato was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Potato Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Potato (Hosur Red)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Sweet Potato is about 27.6% above the period average — just 4.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Sweet Potato rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(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 gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹4,250 (73.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Potato prices at Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,115. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Sweet Potato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Sweet Potato rate on 16 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.