As fresh arrivals settled on 20 Oct 2026, Tapioca was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Punalur Market APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Tapioca markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tapioca Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityTapioca (Tapioca)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 14.0% below the period average and just 30.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Tapioca rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Punalur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sasthamkotta Market APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Neyyatinkara Market APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 7 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Tindivanam RM APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 11 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Punalur Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tapioca.
At ₹1,800 (42.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tapioca matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Tapioca prices at Punalur Market APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,886. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
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 Tapioca 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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Punalur Market APMC posted this Tapioca rate on 20 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.