Across the reporting yards on 26 Aug 2026, Madhavapuram Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Colacasia, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,900 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
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.
This puts Colacasia about 17.8% above the period average, and just 5.3% 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 26 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 Madhavapuram Market APMC Leader | ₹8,900 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Punalur Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹2,400 (36.9%), 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Colacasia prices at Madhavapuram Market APMC ranged between ₹6,600 and ₹9,400, with the average around ₹7,553. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,100 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 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
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 market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Madhavapuram Market APMC was the market to beat for Colacasia on 26 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.