Turning to the 08 Aug 2026 APMC board, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹5,650 per quintal in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Elephant Yam (Suran))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus about 16.0% above the period average, and just 34.3% 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
Here's how Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates stacked up across reporting markets on 08 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
At ₹1,600 (26.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹8,600, with the average around ₹4,871. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,450 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,450 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was priced at this level in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 08 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.