Reading today's price tape for 21 Oct 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹5,600 per quintal in Ettumanoor Market APMC. This is one of several Colacasia rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 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.
Right now Colacasia is about 12.2% below the period average — just 30.0% 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 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri RM APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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 ₹2,150 (32.6%), 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 Ettumanoor Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,377. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
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, Ettumanoor Market APMC logged this Colacasia rate on 21 Oct 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.