As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Oct 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Parassala Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Parassala Market APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 18.6% above the period average and just 2.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Colacasia rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri RM APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
That ₹2,250 (34.6%) 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 ₹5,400 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹6,743. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Parassala Market APMC posted this Colacasia rate on 19 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.