Turning to the 13 Aug 2026 APMC board, Colacasia was quoted at ₹9,200 per quintal in Madhavapuram Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Colacasia about 27.9% above the period average, and just 2.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Colacasia rates across the markets that reported on 13 Aug 2026, so you can see where Madhavapuram Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Attingal Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Kollam Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Aluva Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Colacasia.
A spread of ₹3,250 (48.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Colacasia prices at Madhavapuram Market APMC ranged between ₹6,600 and ₹9,400, with the average around ₹7,193. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,400 | ₹8,900 | ₹9,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 04 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,700 |
| 01 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 29 Jun | ₹7,050 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 27 Jun | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 26 Jun | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,900 |
| 24 Jun | ₹7,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹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
Farmers comparing Colacasia rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Madhavapuram Market APMC reported Colacasia at this level on 13 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.