Checking the day's mandi numbers for 21 Oct 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Kattappana 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
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.
Right now Colacasia is about 3.9% below the period average — just 43.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Colacasia rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kattappana Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri RM APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Aruppukottai(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.
At ₹2,000 (29.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Colacasia matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹9,800, with the average around ₹5,724. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
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
Farmers comparing Colacasia rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Colacasia changed hands at this rate in Kattappana Market APMC on 21 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.