With the 28 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Colacasia was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Colacasia markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 68.0% above the period average and right at 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
The table below lines up Colacasia rates across the markets that reported on 28 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattakada Market APMC Leader | ₹8,800 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Sasthamkotta Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Anchal 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.
A spread of ₹2,300 (35.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹4,465. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Colacasia yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Net-net, Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Colacasia rate on 28 Aug 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.