With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹8,700 per quintal in Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.0% above the period average and just 8.4% 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
This table ranks Yam(Ratalu) rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,950 |
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.
At ₹3,550 (39.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Yam(Ratalu) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
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. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
If you're chasing the best rate for Yam(Ratalu) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) traded at this rate in Sivagangai (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.