Turning to the 15 Sep 2026 APMC board, Colacasia was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Chengannur Market APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹59
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Sep 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 8.5% 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
Here's how Colacasia rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kollam Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 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.
At ₹2,750 (40.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Colacasia matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹59 and ₹8,300, with the average around ₹6,556. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹59 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹6,900 | ₹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
Going to the top Colacasia market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chengannur Market APMC posted this Colacasia rate on 15 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.