In today's crop-price rundown for 27 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Yam(Ratalu) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.1% above the period average and just 16.7% 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
Here's how Yam(Ratalu) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 27 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,000 (44.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,493. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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 Yam(Ratalu), 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
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, Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Yam(Ratalu) rate on 27 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.