In the price report dated 26 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹9,600 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Yam(Ratalu) markets.
01What's Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹9,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 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.
Today's rate is about 8.5% 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 26 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 Surat APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(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.
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.
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 ₹10,490. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) traded at this rate in Kumbakonam (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.