In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Aug 2026, Cherthala Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Colacasia, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Day Band
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Colacasia is about 10.5% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Colacasia rates across active mandis for 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
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 ₹3,400 (51.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Colacasia matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 2 days, Colacasia prices at Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹9,050. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Colacasia yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To sum up, Cherthala Market APMC led Colacasia on 24 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.