Based on what the markets reported on 13 Aug 2026, Sweet Potato was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in L B Nagar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sweet Potato Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommoditySweet Potato (Sweet Potato)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Sweet Potato is about 24.9% above the period average — just 12.0% 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
The table below lines up Sweet Potato rates across the markets that reported on 13 Aug 2026, so you can see where L B Nagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Piravam Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 6 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,000 (17.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sweet Potato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Sweet Potato prices at L B Nagar APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,761. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, L B Nagar APMC logged this Sweet Potato rate on 13 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.