Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Tapioca was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tapioca Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Tapioca arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityTapioca (Tapioca)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Tapioca is about 0.2% above the period average, sitting just 5.0% 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
The table below lines up Tapioca rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vamanapuram Market APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Neyyatinkara Market APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 5 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 6 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 7 Tindivanam APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 10 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
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.
The ₹1,000 (25.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tapioca prices at Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,741. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
For Tapioca, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To sum up, this was the Tapioca rate at Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.