From today's trading desk on 23 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Kailaras 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Arabi)
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 9.2% below the period average, sitting just 31.8% 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 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Kulai APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 5 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Colacasia.
The ₹1,700 (26.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Kailaras APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,652. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹900 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
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
Going to the top Colacasia market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
All told, this is where Colacasia stood at Kailaras APMC on 23 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.