In the day's wholesale-price digest for 22 Jul 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Jul 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Yam(Ratalu) is about 1.8% above the period average, sitting just 5.3% 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 22 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 12 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹3,000 (33.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Yam(Ratalu) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹8,843. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Yam(Ratalu) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Yam(Ratalu) rate at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 22 Jul 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.