In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in Chelakkara Market APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Chelakkara Market APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 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.
Today's rate is about 1.9% below the period average and just 44.3% 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 16 Oct 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 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Ulundurpet RM APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
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 ₹1,950 (33.6%) 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 Trend at a Glance
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 ₹4,994. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
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
For Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Net-net, Chelakkara Market APMC posted this Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.