Here's the 19 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Quilandy Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,100
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus is about 14.1% above the period average, sitting just 2.0% 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
This table ranks Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chelakkara Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Surat APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Pampady Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,100 (32.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Quilandy Market APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹5,100, with the average around ₹4,383. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹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
When picking where to sell Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus stood at Quilandy Market APMC on 19 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.