With the 15 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Piravam Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Amorphophallus)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.7% below the period average and just 37.5% 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
This table ranks Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates across active mandis for 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,600 (26.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,190. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
For Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Bottom line: on 15 Aug 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus traded at this rate in Piravam Market 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.