In the mandi rate roundup for 25 Aug 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Surat APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 21.3% below the period average and just 72.7% 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
Here's how Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 5 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 9 Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus.
The ₹1,250 (20.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹3,813. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,150 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
Net-net, Surat APMC posted this Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rate on 25 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.