Reading today's price tape for 08 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
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₹7,300
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Colacasia is about 8.1% above the period average, sitting just 15.7% 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
The table below lines up Colacasia rates across the markets that reported on 08 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chengannur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
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 ₹2,350 (36.7%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹8,300, with the average around ₹6,476. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
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
The day's best Colacasia rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Colacasia stood at Chengannur Market APMC on 08 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.