As the 01 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Colacasia was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Ahmedabad 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 11.7% above the period average and just 10.7% 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
The table below lines up Colacasia rates across the markets that reported on 01 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ahmedabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattappana Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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 ₹2,100 (32.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Colacasia prices at Ahmedabad APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,239. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,350 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,350 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
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
Going to the top Colacasia market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ahmedabad APMC posted this Colacasia rate on 01 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.