Here's the 27 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Colacasia was quoted at ₹3,250 per quintal in Padra APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Colacasia today.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Colacasia is about 17.0% below the period average, sitting just 50.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Colacasia rates across active mandis for 27 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,250 (34.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹3,914. 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 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Colacasia today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Colacasia rate at Padra APMC on 27 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.