As the 20 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Udumalpettai RM APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Yam(Ratalu) Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Yam(Ratalu) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week 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 2.6% above the period average and just 10.5% 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
Here's how Yam(Ratalu) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,550 |
| 3 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 7 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
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 ₹2,800 (41.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Yam(Ratalu) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Udumalpettai RM APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹8,281. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
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
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, Udumalpettai RM APMC posted this Yam(Ratalu) rate on 20 Oct 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.