Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Oct 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹3,850 per quintal in Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Colacasia yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Colacasia arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Colacasia is about 1.3% above the period average — just 14.4% 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 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Anchal 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.
That ₹2,050 (30.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Colacasia fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Colacasia prices at Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,799. 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 | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Colacasia rate on 17 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.