Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Zira APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Zira APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 20.8% below the period average and just 38.5% short of 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
This table ranks Colacasia rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Nedumpaikulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Colacasia.
At ₹1,750 (26.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Colacasia matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Colacasia prices at Zira APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,019. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 26 Jun | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
For Colacasia, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Colacasia traded at this rate in Zira APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.