In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Elephant Yam (Suran))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 7.1% above the period average and just 22.2% 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
This table ranks Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Edamon VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 10 Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Angamaly Market 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.
At ₹1,250 (20.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,614. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rate on 18 Aug 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.