In today's crop-price rundown for 19 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Sasthamkotta Market APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Colacasia markets.
01What Put Sasthamkotta Market APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Today's rate is about 16.6% above the period average and right at 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kollam Market APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Tuticorin(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.
At ₹2,450 (36.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Colacasia matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Sasthamkotta Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,147. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
For Colacasia, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Colacasia traded at this rate in Sasthamkotta Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.