As the 17 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Colacasia was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in RYTHU BAZAR ERRAGADDA APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
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₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 20.6% above the period average and just 5.4% 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 17 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 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Kulai APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aruppukottai(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
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.
At ₹2,000 (29.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Colacasia matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at RYTHU BAZAR ERRAGADDA APMC ranged between ₹2 and ₹3,700, with the average around ₹2,902. 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 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
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
The headline Colacasia rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Colacasia traded at this rate in RYTHU BAZAR ERRAGADDA APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.