In the latest market update for 20 Oct 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹6,350 per quintal in Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Yam(Ratalu) range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Yam(Ratalu) is about 0.8% below the period average, sitting just 29.4% 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
Here's how Yam(Ratalu) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 3 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 7 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Yam(Ratalu).
At ₹2,800 (41.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Yam(Ratalu) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,401. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,350 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,350 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,350 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Yam(Ratalu), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Yam(Ratalu) stood at Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 20 Oct 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.