From today's trading desk on 22 Oct 2026, Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tapioca, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,750 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tapioca Rate
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityTapioca (Tapioca)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Tapioca is about 54.5% above the period average, sitting just 4.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Tapioca rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Neyyatinkara Market APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 8 Tindivanam RM APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 10 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Tapioca.
A spread of ₹1,550 (36.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Tapioca prices at Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,722. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Tapioca on 22 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.