In the latest market update for 11 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹9,600 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹9,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Yam(Ratalu) is about 10.2% below the period average, sitting just 20.0% short of 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
The table below lines up Yam(Ratalu) rates across the markets that reported on 11 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Surat APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Yam(Ratalu).
A spread of ₹1,700 (18.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹10,691. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Yam(Ratalu) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Yam(Ratalu) stood at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 11 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.