Turning to the 26 Oct 2026 APMC board, Colacasia was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 4.4% below the period average and just 53.1% 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
This table ranks Colacasia rates across active mandis for 26 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri RM APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Colacasia.
A spread of ₹2,000 (29.6%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹1,569. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 22 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹900 | ₹1,300 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹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
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, Vikasnagar APMC posted this Colacasia rate on 26 Oct 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.