Here's the 21 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Colacasia was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Perumbavoor Market APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Perumbavoor Market APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Colacasia arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Colacasia is about 26.4% above the period average — just 18.8% 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
This table ranks Colacasia rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Mannar Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 5 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
The ₹3,250 (48.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Colacasia prices at Perumbavoor Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,142. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Nov | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Nov | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 09 Nov | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Nov | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 06 Nov | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Nov | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 03 Nov | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Perumbavoor Market APMC logged this Colacasia rate on 21 Aug 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.