Today at Tamil Nadu (state average), Yam(Ratalu) settled near ₹6,543 per quintal (up ₹6 (about 0.1%) versus the previous day). Farmers and buyers in can read the high, low and recent pattern below.
Tamil Nadu (state average) Auction Report — September 14, 2026
- Highest Price Today₹6,813 / Qtl
- Lowest Price Today₹6,273 / Qtl
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,543 / Qtl
- Quality Grade /
- Market StateTamil Nadu
In mandi terms, as long as the average (₹6,543) is steady, trade is considered reliable. Between today's high and low (₹6,813), the average emerged as a stable centre.
Seasonal Context · General Guidance
Most of India is in the monsoon season right now. Heavy rain can disrupt transport and reduce mandi arrivals, which may push some commodity prices higher. For accurate local conditions, check your regional weather department updates.
Yam(Ratalu) — Comparison Across the State's Major Mandis
| Mandi / Market | Modal Price (₹/Qtl) |
|---|---|
| Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| Udumalpet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
Across these markets, Yam(Ratalu) is dearest at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC (₹11,500) and cheapest at KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC (₹8,000) — a spread of ₹3,500/quintal (44%). Wider gaps can mean better arbitrage for traders willing to move produce between yards.
Yam(Ratalu) Past Trend — Price Record
| Date | High | Low | Average (Modal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Sep 2026 | ₹6,813 | ₹6,273 | ₹6,543 |
| 13 Sep 2026 | ₹6,809 | ₹6,264 | ₹6,537 |
| 12 Sep 2026 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,261 | ₹6,530 |
| 11 Sep 2026 | ₹6,753 | ₹6,271 | ₹6,512 |
| 10 Sep 2026 | ₹6,708 | ₹6,212 | ₹6,460 |
| 09 Sep 2026 | ₹6,787 | ₹6,251 | ₹6,519 |
| 08 Sep 2026 | ₹6,697 | ₹6,192 | ₹6,445 |
| 07 Sep 2026 | ₹6,851 | ₹6,296 | ₹6,574 |
| 06 Sep 2026 | ₹6,937 | ₹6,364 | ₹6,651 |
| 05 Sep 2026 | ₹6,874 | ₹6,303 | ₹6,588 |
| 04 Sep 2026 | ₹6,910 | ₹6,333 | ₹6,621 |
| 03 Sep 2026 | ₹7,035 | ₹6,443 | ₹6,739 |
| 02 Sep 2026 | ₹7,053 | ₹6,524 | ₹6,788 |
| 01 Sep 2026 | ₹7,017 | ₹6,494 | ₹6,755 |
| 31 Aug 2026 | ₹7,076 | ₹6,524 | ₹6,800 |
| 30 Aug 2026 | ₹7,295 | ₹6,679 | ₹6,987 |
| 29 Aug 2026 | ₹7,361 | ₹6,766 | ₹7,063 |
| 28 Aug 2026 | ₹7,290 | ₹6,660 | ₹6,975 |
| 27 Aug 2026 | ₹7,403 | ₹6,759 | ₹7,081 |
| 26 Aug 2026 | ₹7,456 | ₹6,804 | ₹7,130 |
Smart Selling — A Farmer's Guide
The old mandi rule — 'don't sell everything at once'. Despite today's ₹6,813, sell in 2-3 instalments. This also lets you benefit from any further rally ahead.
Market View for Traders
Commercially, today's Yam(Ratalu) tone (an upward) suggests moving ahead carefully. Before buying large lots, factor in transport cost and storage — that's the real balance for margins.