Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Manubazar APMC. This is one of several Colacasia rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 2.3% below the period average and just 12.5% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹1,250 (20.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Colacasia prices at Manubazar APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,583. 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 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Manubazar APMC posted this Colacasia rate on 18 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.