In the price report dated 19 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹4,250 per quintal in Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Colacasia markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Colacasia about 16.2% below the period average, and just 29.2% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kollam Market APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (37.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,073. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Colacasia at this level on 19 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.