In the latest market update for 12 Oct 2026, Sweet Potato was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Vaniyampadi(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
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Potato (Hosur Red)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Sweet Potato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Sweet Potato is about 108.6% above the period average — right at 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
The table below lines up Sweet Potato rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bahadurgarh APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Udumalpet APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Piravam Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Thanjavur(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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sweet Potato prices at Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹3,836. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
Before carting Sweet Potato to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Sweet Potato rate on 12 Oct 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.