In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 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 ₹7,250 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Elephant Yam (Suran))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus is about 8.5% above the period average, sitting just 9.4% 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
This table ranks Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹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.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
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 ₹6,679. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To sum up, Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus on 18 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.