Across the reporting yards on 24 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Manubazar APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Colacasia today.
01What Put Manubazar APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Colacasia)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Colacasia about 3.4% above the period average, and just 5.0% 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.
That ₹2,450 (42.2%) 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 Manubazar APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,675. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Manubazar 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.