In the mandi rate roundup for 31 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹3,750 per quintal in Padra APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Padra 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₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.9% below the period average and just 42.3% 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 Colacasia rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Padra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Aluva Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,250 (48.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹3,901. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,625 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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 Colacasia 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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Colacasia traded at this rate in Padra 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.