In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Durg APMC stood at the front of the pack for Yam, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,200 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Yam, making it the day's standout.
01What's Behind Today's Yam Price
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityYam (Yam)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Yam is about 18.5% above the period average — right at the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Yam rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Durg APMC Leader | ₹3,200 |
| 2 Tiphra APMC | ₹2,600 |
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 ₹600 (23.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Yam fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Yam prices at Durg APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,700. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
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
When picking where to sell Yam, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Yam found its strongest bid at Durg APMC on 17 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.