In today's crop-price rundown for 19 Sep 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹3,200 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
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Sep 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Elephant Yam (Suran))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus about 10.6% above the period average, and just 11.1% 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
This table ranks Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates across active mandis for 19 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,900 |
| 2 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,150 (20.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,894. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
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
The day's best Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus at this level on 19 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.