Here's the 21 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Surat APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Yam(Ratalu) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Yam(Ratalu) is about 23.9% below the period average, sitting just 60.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Yam(Ratalu) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Surat APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,100 (28.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹10,506. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹17,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹17,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,500 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Yam(Ratalu) stood at Surat APMC on 21 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.