In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Jul 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Jul 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.6% above the period average and just 5.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Yam(Ratalu) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Jul 2026, so you can see where Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Udumalpet APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,000 (33.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Yam(Ratalu) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,367. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 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
Before carting Yam(Ratalu) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Jul 2026, Yam(Ratalu) traded at this rate in Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.