In the price report dated 23 Aug 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹4,800 per quintal in Kuruppanthura Market APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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 3.9% above the period average and just 4.0% 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
The table below lines up Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kuruppanthura Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Aroor Market APMC | ₹6,100 |
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.
That ₹1,150 (18.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Kuruppanthura Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,619. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 05 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 28 Jun | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 21 Jun | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 16 Jun | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
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, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 23 Aug 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus traded at this rate in Kuruppanthura 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.