Pulling together the 12 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹6,300 per quintal in Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 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.
At this level, Yam(Ratalu) is about 2.7% above the period average, sitting just 21.3% 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
This table ranks Yam(Ratalu) rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
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 ₹2,250 (25.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,135. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,350 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,050 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
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
All told, this is where Yam(Ratalu) stood at Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 12 Aug 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.