Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹7,250 per quintal in Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Colacasia is about 1.9% above the period average — just 3.3% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kollam Market APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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 ₹2,450 (36.3%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹7,115. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
For Colacasia, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
In short, Colacasia changed hands at this rate in Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.