Going by the latest APMC figures for 13 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Gulavati APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Gulavati APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹4,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.2% above the period average and just 2.3% 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 13 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Attingal Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Kollam Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Aluva Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Colacasia.
The ₹3,250 (48.1%) 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 Gulavati APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹4,300, with the average around ₹4,152. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Colacasia yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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 13 Aug 2026, Colacasia traded at this rate in Gulavati 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.