From today's trading desk on 31 Jul 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Kollam Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Kollam Market APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Jul 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.
Right now Yam(Ratalu) is about 0.0% above the period average — just 5.5% 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
Here's how Yam(Ratalu) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Surat APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Yam(Ratalu).
A spread of ₹1,700 (18.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Kollam Market APMC ranged between ₹4,900 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹5,200. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,200 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,200 |
| 29 Jun | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,200 |
| 25 Jun | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Jun | ₹5,500 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,200 |
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
Selling Yam(Ratalu) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kollam Market APMC logged this Yam(Ratalu) rate on 31 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.