Looking at how the yards traded on 24 Aug 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Elephant Yam (Suran))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus is about 1.4% below the period average, sitting just 20.0% 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 Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 7 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 8 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 9 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹750 (11.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,055. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus stood at Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC on 24 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.