Across the reporting yards on 31 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Balarampuram Market APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Colacasia yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Colacasia about 5.9% below the period average, and just 11.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Colacasia rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Aluva Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Colacasia.
At ₹3,250 (48.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Colacasia matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Colacasia prices at Balarampuram Market APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
The day's best Colacasia rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Colacasia was priced at this level in Balarampuram Market APMC on 31 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.