In the day's wholesale-price digest for 14 Oct 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Thiruchengodu RM APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Day Band
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 6.3% below the period average, sitting just 16.7% 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 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Mayiladuthurai(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.
At ₹2,100 (28.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Yam(Ratalu) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 2 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Thiruchengodu RM APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Yam(Ratalu), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Yam(Ratalu) rate at Thiruchengodu RM APMC on 14 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.