In the price report dated 16 Aug 2026, Vadaseri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Colacasia, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,250 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 6.0% above the period average and just 13.2% 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
The table below lines up Colacasia rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Vadaseri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (32.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Vadaseri APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹7,783. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Colacasia, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Vadaseri APMC set the pace for Colacasia. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.