Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Aug 2026, Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Yam(Ratalu), clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,000 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Yam(Ratalu) today.
01What's Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Yam(Ratalu) is about 5.9% above the period average, sitting right at 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 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Gandhigramam(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
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.
That ₹2,000 (22.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Yam(Ratalu) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹10,386. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Yam(Ratalu), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
To sum up, Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Yam(Ratalu) on 16 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.