Here's the 17 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Colacasia was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
Right now Colacasia is about 20.5% above the period average — right at 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
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 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.
The ₹2,050 (30.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,904. 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 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
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 day's best Colacasia rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
To wrap up, RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM 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.