Across the reporting yards on 15 Oct 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Vadakkenchery 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Colacasia about 12.1% below the period average, and just 15.0% 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 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Attingal Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Manubazar APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 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.
At ₹3,250 (48.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Colacasia matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Colacasia prices at Vadakkenchery Market APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹9,667. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vadakkenchery Market APMC reported Colacasia at this level on 15 Oct 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.