In the mandi rate roundup for 26 Aug 2026, Surat APMC stood at the front of the pack for Yam(Ratalu), clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,500 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Yam(Ratalu) about 34.7% above the period average, and just 21.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Yam(Ratalu) rates across active mandis for 26 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹9,283. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Surat APMC was the market to beat for Yam(Ratalu) on 26 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.