In the price report dated 12 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Perumbavoor Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Colacasia today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
Today's rate is about 32.1% above the period average and just 12.2% 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
This table ranks Colacasia rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Perumbavoor Market 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.
That ₹2,250 (34.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Colacasia fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Perumbavoor Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,400, with the average around ₹4,921. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Perumbavoor Market APMC posted this Colacasia rate on 12 Aug 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.