In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Oct 2026, Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Yam(Ratalu), clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,600 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,800
- Lowest Price Today₹9,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-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 8.2% above the period average, and just 23.8% 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
The table below lines up Yam(Ratalu) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹2,100 (28.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Yam(Ratalu) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹12,600, with the average around ₹8,870. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,800 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,800 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,550 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,600 | ₹11,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹12,600 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,200 | ₹11,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,200 | ₹11,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,200 | ₹11,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,600 | ₹11,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,200 | ₹11,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Yam(Ratalu) on 17 Oct 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.