As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Sep 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹1,650 per quintal in Pundri APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Arabi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 9.3% below the period average and just 38.9% 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 18 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 | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kollam Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
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 ₹2,800 (41.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Pundri APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹1,819. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,650 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,850 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,650 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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
Farmers comparing Colacasia rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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, Pundri APMC posted this Colacasia rate on 18 Sep 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.