Turning to the 17 Oct 2026 APMC board, Colacasia was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Colacasia today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 15.3% above the period average and right at 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
Here's how Colacasia rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri RM APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kulai APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Colacasia.
At ₹2,050 (30.6%), 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 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹6,072. 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 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Colacasia, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Net-net, Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Colacasia rate on 17 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.