As the 13 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹6,750 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Yam(Ratalu) about 19.0% below the period average, and just 28.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Yam(Ratalu) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 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 | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Tiruchengode APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Yam(Ratalu).
The ₹2,100 (28.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹8,333. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Yam(Ratalu) was priced at this level in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 13 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.