As the 17 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tapioca, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,500 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
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
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityTapioca (Tapioca)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Tapioca rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 15.1% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Neyyatinkara Market APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Tindivanam RM APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
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 ₹1,200 (27.9%), 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 ₹4,778. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Tapioca rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 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.