Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Tapioca was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Mananthavady Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tapioca Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Tapioca arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityTapioca (Tapioca)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Tapioca rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Tapioca is about 3.8% above the period average — just 3.3% 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 Tapioca rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mananthavady Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Sasthamkotta Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 7 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 8 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Tindivanam APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
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 ₹1,000 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tapioca matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tapioca prices at Mananthavady Market APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,794. 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 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
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
Going to the top Tapioca market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In short, Tapioca changed hands at this rate in Mananthavady Market APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.