In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹8,700 per quintal in Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Yam(Ratalu) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 1.0% 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
This table ranks Yam(Ratalu) rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Chinnalapatti(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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (22.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,200 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹8,618. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Yam(Ratalu) stood at Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.