Here's the 16 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹8,800 per quintal in Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
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₹9,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Yam(Ratalu) is about 2.8% above the period average — just 8.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Yam(Ratalu) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,000 (22.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹8,563. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Yam(Ratalu) changed hands at this rate in Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.