Reading today's price tape for 28 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Yam(Ratalu) markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Yam(Ratalu) is about 21.7% above the period average — just 20.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Yam(Ratalu) rates across the markets that reported on 28 Aug 2026, so you can see where Cheyyar(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 | ₹10,000 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
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.
The ₹1,250 (14.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,800, with the average around ₹4,436. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,900 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Yam(Ratalu) rate on 28 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.