Here's the 29 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Colacasia was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Gulavati APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Colacasia arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Colacasia is about 1.2% below the period average — just 4.7% short of 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 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Theni(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.
A spread of ₹2,250 (37.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Colacasia prices at Gulavati APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹4,300, with the average around ₹4,150. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Colacasia changed hands at this rate in Gulavati APMC on 29 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.