Based on what the markets reported on 08 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹8,700 per quintal in Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Yam(Ratalu) is about 1.1% above the period average, sitting just 8.4% 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
Here's how Yam(Ratalu) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 08 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Surat APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(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.
The ₹2,000 (22.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,200 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹8,603. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Yam(Ratalu) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To sum up, this was the Yam(Ratalu) rate at Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 08 Aug 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.