In the price report dated 16 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Saroornagar,RBZ APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Today's rate is about 10.6% above the period average and just 22.2% short of 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Anchal Market 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.
That ₹1,750 (26.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Colacasia fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Colacasia prices at Saroornagar,RBZ APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,164. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 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 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Colacasia, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Colacasia traded at this rate in Saroornagar,RBZ APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.