Turning to the 19 Aug 2026 APMC board, Colacasia was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Padra APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Padra APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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 36.4% above the period average and just 15.4% 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 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Padra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kollam Market APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹2,450 (36.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Colacasia fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Colacasia prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,031. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Colacasia, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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, Padra APMC posted this Colacasia rate on 19 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.