In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Thiruchengodu RM APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Yam(Ratalu) today.
01What's Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Yam(Ratalu) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Yam(Ratalu) about 2.2% below the period average, and just 16.7% 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 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,550 |
| 2 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 6 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Yam(Ratalu).
The ₹2,050 (27.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Thiruchengodu RM APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,667. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Thiruchengodu RM APMC reported Yam(Ratalu) at this level on 18 Oct 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.