Here's the 18 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Vadaseri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Colacasia, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,500 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Vadaseri APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 15.5% above the period average — just 13.6% 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 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹3,000 (46.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Colacasia matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹8,228. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Colacasia to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Colacasia found its strongest bid at Vadaseri APMC on 18 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.