Based on what the markets reported on 17 Oct 2026, Sweet Potato was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Potato Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Potato (Hosur Red)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 19.1% above the period average, sitting just 8.0% 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
Here's how Sweet Potato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹3,000 (50.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sweet Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Sweet Potato prices at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,862. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Sweet Potato stood at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 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.