From today's trading desk on 21 Oct 2026, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Yam(Ratalu) is about 4.3% above the period average, sitting just 22.9% short of 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
Here's how Yam(Ratalu) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 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 | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Surat APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,100 (28.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,177. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,250 |
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
Going to the top Yam(Ratalu) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Yam(Ratalu) rate at Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.