Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Sep 2026, Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tapioca, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,500 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Tapioca leader.
01What's Behind Today's Tapioca Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityTapioca (Tapioca)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Tapioca rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 19.3% above the period average and just 38.9% 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
Here's how Tapioca rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 5 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 6 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 8 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
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 ₹2,250 (69.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tapioca matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Tapioca prices at Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹4,611. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 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
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Sep 2026, Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.