In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Oct 2026, Sasthamkotta Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tapioca, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,000 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Sasthamkotta Market APMC on Top Today
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityTapioca (Tapioca)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 17.0% above the period average and right at 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 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sasthamkotta 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 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Neyyatinkara Market APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 9 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Tindivanam APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (33.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Tapioca prices at Sasthamkotta Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,129. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹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
When picking where to sell Tapioca, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Sasthamkotta Market APMC set the pace for Tapioca. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.