In the price report dated 21 Aug 2026, Vadakkenchery Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Colacasia, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Colacasia, making it the day's standout.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.0% 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
Here's how Colacasia rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karur(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.
That ₹3,250 (48.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Colacasia fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Colacasia prices at Vadakkenchery Market APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹10,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Vadakkenchery Market APMC set the pace for Colacasia. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.