Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- 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.
At this level, Yam(Ratalu) is about 12.0% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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.
At ₹3,500 (38.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Yam(Ratalu) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,038. 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 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
Before carting Yam(Ratalu) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Yam(Ratalu) rate at Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.