From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Kollengode Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Colacasia yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 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 2.2% above the period average — just 22.5% 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
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 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Paramakudi(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 ₹2,450 (36.3%) 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 Kollengode Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,068. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
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 Colacasia yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kollengode Market APMC logged this Colacasia rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.