Based on what the markets reported on 19 Aug 2026, Sweet Potato was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Sweet Potato Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Potato (Hosur Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Sweet Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Sweet Potato is about 20.1% above the period average, sitting just 3.1% 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
The table below lines up Sweet Potato rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Perambalur(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 | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 4 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Tiruchengode APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Udumalpet APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sweet Potato.
At ₹5,000 (100.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sweet Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Potato prices at Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹5,163. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Sweet Potato rate at Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.