In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹8,400 per quintal in Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
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.
This puts Yam(Ratalu) about 2.6% below the period average, and just 6.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Yam(Ratalu) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (38.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Yam(Ratalu) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,621. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Yam(Ratalu) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Yam(Ratalu) at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.