In today's crop-price rundown for 26 Jul 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Yam(Ratalu) yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Jul 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.7% below the period average and just 29.2% 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
This table ranks Yam(Ratalu) rates across active mandis for 26 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,750 (18.4%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,600 and ₹10,600, with the average around ₹7,870. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,150 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Yam(Ratalu) rate on 26 Jul 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.