In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Perumbavoor Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Perumbavoor Market APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
This puts Colacasia about 28.2% above the period average, and just 12.2% 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 Colacasia rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kollam Market APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Colacasia.
That ₹2,450 (36.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Colacasia fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Perumbavoor Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,400, with the average around ₹5,070. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Colacasia today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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: Perumbavoor Market APMC reported Colacasia at this level on 18 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.