In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Tanda Urmur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Yam(Ratalu) markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Yam(Ratalu) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 8.3% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,550 |
| 2 Surat APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 5 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹2,050 (27.3%) 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 4-Day Trend
Over the last 4 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Tanda Urmur APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Yam(Ratalu) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Yam(Ratalu) traded at this rate in Tanda Urmur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.