Based on what the markets reported on 22 Aug 2026, Tapioca was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityTapioca (Tapioca)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Tapioca is about 5.1% below the period average — just 50.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Tapioca rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Sasthamkotta Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Neyyatinkara Market APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Tindivanam APMC | ₹4,500 |
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 ₹500 (11.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tapioca matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tapioca prices at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹1,897. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Tapioca rate on 22 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.