Across the reporting yards on 17 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.
01What Put Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹9,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,600
- 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.
Today's rate is about 9.6% 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
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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Yam(Ratalu).
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹10,623. 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 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Yam(Ratalu) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) traded at this rate in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.