In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Parassala Market APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Colacasia yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Parassala Market APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
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 17.5% above the period average, and just 5.0% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattakada Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Colacasia.
That ₹3,000 (50.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Colacasia fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Parassala Market APMC ranged between ₹5,600 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,470. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Parassala Market APMC reported Colacasia at this level on 17 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.