In the latest market update for 22 Oct 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹7,800 per quintal in Kulai APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Kulai APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Colacasia is about 0.6% above the period average, sitting just 2.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Colacasia rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri RM APMC Leader | ₹9,250 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kulai APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
At ₹3,250 (54.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Colacasia matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 4-Day Trend
Over the last 4 days, Colacasia prices at Kulai APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,750. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
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
Going to the top Colacasia market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Colacasia stood at Kulai APMC on 22 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.