In the price report dated 14 Aug 2026, Surat APMC stood at the front of the pack for Yam(Ratalu), clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,500 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Surat APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Other)
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 33.0% above the period average and just 11.5% 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 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 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 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Sivakasi(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 ₹2,500 (27.8%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹8,644. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,250 |
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
When picking where to sell Yam(Ratalu), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 14 Aug 2026, Surat APMC set the pace for Yam(Ratalu). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.