Based on what the markets reported on 21 Aug 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹6,300 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,300
- Lowest Price Today₹6,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Elephant Yam (Suran))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus is about 13.0% below the period average — just 25.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹6,800 |
| 2 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 10 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Mannargudi I(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 ₹800 (13.3%), 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 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 ₹7,238. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 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 |
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, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus changed hands at this rate in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.