In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹8,950 per quintal in Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Yam(Ratalu) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.5% above the period average and just 5.8% 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 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Yam(Ratalu).
A spread of ₹3,500 (38.9%) 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 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,200 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹8,815. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,950 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,950 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,950 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,050 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,950 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,950 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,950 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,950 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,950 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,950 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,950 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,950 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,950 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,950 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,950 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,950 |
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
Selling Yam(Ratalu) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Yam(Ratalu) rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.