Based on what the markets reported on 29 Oct 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,100
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Oct 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Colacasia is about 20.7% below the period average — just 39.8% 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 29 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹1,250 (19.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Colacasia matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Colacasia prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹59 and ₹8,300, with the average around ₹6,306. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,200 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,900 | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Colacasia today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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, Chengannur Market APMC logged this Colacasia rate on 29 Oct 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.