With the 20 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Tapioca was quoted at ₹1,750 per quintal in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Tapioca today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tapioca Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityTapioca (Tapioca)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Tapioca rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.2% below the period average and just 51.4% 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
This table ranks Tapioca rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Neyyatinkara Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 7 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 8 Tindivanam APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
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.
That ₹800 (19.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Tapioca fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tapioca prices at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹1,906. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Tapioca, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Net-net, Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Tapioca rate on 20 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.