Here's the 24 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Colacasia was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Parassala Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Colacasia is about 17.5% above the period average — just 2.4% 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 24 Oct 2026, so you can see where Parassala 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 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Pattambi 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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Parassala Market APMC ranged between ₹5,400 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹6,811. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Colacasia to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Parassala Market APMC logged this Colacasia rate on 24 Oct 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.