Pulling together the 19 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Chelakkara Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,600 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,800
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus is about 81.1% above the period average — just 2.3% 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 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chelakkara Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Paramakudi(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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,100 (32.3%) 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 Chelakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,800, with the average around ₹4,748. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 04 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In short, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus found its strongest bid at Chelakkara Market APMC on 19 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.