From today's trading desk on 18 Sep 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹6,800 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.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 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.
At this level, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus is about 2.4% below the period average, sitting just 20.0% 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
Here's how Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 3 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
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 ₹1,200 (20.7%) 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 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹6,966. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,450 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,700 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,900 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,900 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,950 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus stood at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.