Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Sep 2026, Vadaseri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Colacasia, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,500 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Vadaseri APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Colacasia is about 28.0% above the period average — just 4.5% 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 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Kollam Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 8 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Colacasia.
A spread of ₹3,750 (55.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Colacasia prices at Vadaseri APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹8,203. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹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
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Colacasia found its strongest bid at Vadaseri APMC on 16 Sep 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.