Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Sweet Potato was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Udumalpettai RM APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Sweet Potato today.
01What Put Udumalpettai RM APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
At this level, Sweet Potato is about 1.2% above the period average, sitting just 6.7% 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 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Hosur(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.
At ₹3,250 (56.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sweet Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Sweet Potato prices at Udumalpettai RM APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,917. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Sweet Potato today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Sweet Potato stood at Udumalpettai RM APMC on 18 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.