In today's crop-price rundown for 07 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹9,600 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹9,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date07 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 10.9% below the period average and just 20.0% 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
The table below lines up Yam(Ratalu) rates across the markets that reported on 07 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Surat APMC | ₹10,250 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Karaikudi(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 ₹2,000 (22.2%) 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 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹10,776. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 26 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Yam(Ratalu) rate on 07 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.