Checking the day's mandi numbers for 22 Aug 2026, Gandai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Yam, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,200 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Yam today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Gandai APMC on Top Today
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityYam (Yam)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Yam is about 11.6% above the period average, sitting just 12.0% 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 rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gandai APMC Leader | ₹2,200 |
| 2 Tiphra APMC | ₹1,900 |
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 ₹300 (15.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Yam fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Yam prices at Gandai APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,971. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Yam today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Gandai APMC led Yam on 22 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.