Pulling together the 21 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Thrippunithura Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,800 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus.
01What's Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Amorphophallus)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus is about 25.6% above the period average — just 15.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Thrippunithura Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹6,800 |
| 2 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 10 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹800 (13.3%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Thrippunithura Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,413. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus found its strongest bid at Thrippunithura Market APMC on 21 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.