As fresh arrivals settled on 25 Aug 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Kalpetta Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,900
- Lowest Price Today₹2,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus about 0.6% above the period average, and just 6.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates across the markets that reported on 25 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kalpetta 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 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 5 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 7 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 9 Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
That ₹1,250 (20.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Kalpetta Market APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,783. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
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
Going to the top Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was priced at this level in Kalpetta Market APMC on 25 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.