As fresh arrivals settled on 20 Oct 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus today.
01What's Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Elephant Yam (Suran))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus about 8.0% above the period average, and just 18.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Ulundurpet RM APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹2,000 (34.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹4,999. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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 day's best Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus at this level on 20 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.