From today's trading desk on 15 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Banki APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Arabi)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Colacasia is about 1.8% below the period average, sitting just 15.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Colacasia rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,850 (28.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Colacasia prices at Banki APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,241. 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 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Colacasia stood at Banki APMC on 15 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.