Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Colacasia was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in Padra APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 45.5% above the period average and just 11.5% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kollam Market APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 11 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Colacasia.
The ₹2,600 (39.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Colacasia prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹3,952. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,625 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Colacasia yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Padra APMC posted this Colacasia rate on 17 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.