Going by the latest APMC figures for 31 Jul 2026, Punalur Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tapioca, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,200 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Punalur Market APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Jul 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.
This puts Tapioca about 4.2% above the period average, and just 5.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Tapioca rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Punalur Market APMC Leader | ₹5,200 |
| 2 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Neyyatinkara Market APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 6 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Tindivanam APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Kanjangadu Market 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.
That ₹1,200 (30.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tapioca fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Tapioca prices at Punalur Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,990. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹5,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Jun | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
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
Selling Tapioca well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
The takeaway: Punalur Market APMC was the market to beat for Tapioca on 31 Jul 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.