Turning to the 09 Aug 2026 APMC board, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹9,600 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Yam(Ratalu) range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹9,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 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.
Today's rate is about 10.7% below the period average and just 20.0% 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
The table below lines up Yam(Ratalu) rates across the markets that reported on 09 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(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 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 10 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Tenkasi(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).
At ₹2,000 (22.2%), 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 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹10,754. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 26 Jul | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Yam(Ratalu) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Net-net, Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Yam(Ratalu) rate on 09 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.