With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Yam(Ratalu) was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Saroornagar,RBZ APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Yam(Ratalu) yards.
01What Put Saroornagar,RBZ APMC on Top Today
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₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam(Ratalu) (Yam (Ratalu))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 30.7% below the period average and just 37.8% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (22.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Yam(Ratalu) prices at Saroornagar,RBZ APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹4,043. 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 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
The headline Yam(Ratalu) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Yam(Ratalu) traded at this rate in Saroornagar,RBZ 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.