Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹1,350 per quintal in Bhulath (Nadala) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Bhulath (Nadala) APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
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.
Right now Colacasia is about 1.7% below the period average — just 10.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Colacasia rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kollam Market APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
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.
At ₹2,500 (37.3%), 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 Bhulath (Nadala) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,373. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,350 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,350 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,350 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,350 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,350 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹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
The headline Colacasia rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Colacasia changed hands at this rate in Bhulath (Nadala) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.