Pulling together the 20 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Pandalam Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Pandalam Market APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Elephant Yam (Suran))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus is about 20.1% below the period average, sitting just 41.7% 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 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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (34.8%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Pandalam Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,383. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
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
Selling Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rate at Pandalam Market APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.