In the price report dated 18 Oct 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹6,600 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Elephant Yam (Suran))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.8% below the period average and just 19.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 4 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 7 Parassala Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Ulundurpet RM APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus.
At ₹1,500 (26.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹6,858. 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 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,850 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,850 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,050 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,050 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,050 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,050 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus traded at this rate in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.