With the 18 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹6,900 per quintal in Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 14.3% below the period average, and just 23.3% 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
This table ranks Yam(Ratalu) rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹15,500 |
| 2 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Udumalpet APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Singanallur(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.
That ₹8,000 (106.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Yam(Ratalu) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,600 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,053. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 30 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
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
Going to the top Yam(Ratalu) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Yam(Ratalu) at this level on 18 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.