In the latest market update for 12 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,300
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Colacasia is about 7.9% below the period average — just 27.7% 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 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Colacasia.
That ₹2,250 (34.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Colacasia fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹6,514. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Colacasia to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Chengannur Market APMC logged this Colacasia rate on 12 Aug 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.