From today's trading desk on 26 Aug 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityElephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus (Elephant Yam (Suran))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-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 3.5% above the period average, sitting just 37.5% 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 26 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 9 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Ulundurpettai 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.
At ₹1,250 (20.8%), 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 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,415. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus stood at Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 26 Aug 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.