In today's crop-price rundown for 31 Aug 2026, Surat APMC stood at the front of the pack for Yam(Ratalu), clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,000 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Yam(Ratalu), making it the day's standout.
01What's Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Other)
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.
This puts Yam(Ratalu) about 37.1% above the period average, and just 18.8% 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 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹4,500 (52.9%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹9,482. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Yam(Ratalu) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Surat APMC was the market to beat for Yam(Ratalu) on 31 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.