Looking at how the yards traded on 15 Oct 2026, Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,200 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,400
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Elephant Yam (Suran))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
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 8.1% above the period average — just 10.0% 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 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,200 |
| 2 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 3 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
That ₹1,200 (20.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,661. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
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
Going to the top Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus found its strongest bid at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 15 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.