In the day's wholesale-price digest for 09 Aug 2026, Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,600 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Elephant Yam (Suran))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus is about 5.2% above the period average, sitting just 10.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates across active mandis for 09 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 5 Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
The ₹2,100 (38.2%) 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 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹7,227. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
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
Farmers comparing Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
To sum up, Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus on 09 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.