In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus was quoted at ₹6,300 per quintal in Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,600
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 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.
This puts Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus about 20.0% above the period average, and just 4.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 3 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 11 Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,050 (16.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus prices at Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹5,252. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC reported Elephant Yam(Suran)/Amorphophallus at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.