From today's trading desk on 24 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Colacasia is about 0.1% below the period average, sitting just 15.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Colacasia rates across active mandis for 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹2,450 (42.2%) 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 Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,605. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
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
Before carting Colacasia to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Colacasia stood at Palakkad Market APMC on 24 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.