With the 09 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Colacasia was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹6,100
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 7.2% below the period average and just 27.7% 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 09 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chengannur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,450 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
At ₹2,750 (45.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Colacasia matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹8,300, with the average around ₹6,464. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
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
The day's best Colacasia rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Bottom line: on 09 Aug 2026, Colacasia traded at this rate in Chengannur Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.