In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹6,800 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Elephant Yam (Suran))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 6.4% below the period average, and just 20.0% 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 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 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 7 Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (26.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
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 ₹7,267. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 | ₹7,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,600 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
In a nutshell, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was priced at this level in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 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.