Going by the latest APMC figures for 29 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in CHHUTMALPUR APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Colacasia about 4.6% above the period average, and just 11.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Colacasia rates across the markets that reported on 29 Aug 2026, so you can see where CHHUTMALPUR APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Sasthamkotta Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
At ₹1,650 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Colacasia matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Colacasia prices at CHHUTMALPUR APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,530. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Colacasia was priced at this level in CHHUTMALPUR APMC on 29 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.