In the day's wholesale-price digest for 11 Aug 2026, Kollam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Colacasia, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,200 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 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.
Right now Colacasia is about 9.2% above the period average — just 3.2% 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
Here's how Colacasia rates stacked up across reporting markets on 11 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kollam Market APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,300 |
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 ₹2,900 (46.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Colacasia prices at Kollam Market APMC ranged between ₹7,400 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹8,424. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 07 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 02 Jul | ₹8,700 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,200 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Colacasia, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Colacasia found its strongest bid at Kollam Market APMC on 11 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.