In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Yam(Ratalu) markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Yam(Ratalu) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Yam(Ratalu) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Yam(Ratalu) is about 23.7% above the period average — just 8.3% 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 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Polur(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 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,950 |
| 10 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 12 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Yam(Ratalu).
At ₹1,300 (14.9%), 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 Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,446. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Going to the top Yam(Ratalu) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In short, Yam(Ratalu) changed hands at this rate in Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 24 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.