Going by the latest APMC figures for 24 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Colacasia about 6.8% below the period average, and just 20.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Colacasia rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Colacasia.
The ₹2,450 (42.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹3,004. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC reported Colacasia at this level on 24 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.