Here's the 17 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Colacasia was quoted at ₹3,750 per quintal in Padra APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Colacasia is about 11.0% above the period average — just 42.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Colacasia rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Kollam Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Pampady Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karur(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.
The ₹2,750 (40.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹3,379. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 06 Nov | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Nov | ₹3,250 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Nov | ₹3,250 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 30 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 29 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,250 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Padra APMC logged this Colacasia rate on 17 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.