Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹2,110 per quintal in Siyana APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Colacasia Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,120
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,110
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
This puts Colacasia about 5.5% below the period average, and just 34.9% 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
This table ranks Colacasia rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kollam Market APMC Leader | ₹9,200 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
The ₹2,450 (36.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Colacasia prices at Siyana APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹3,240, with the average around ₹2,232. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,120 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,110 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,140 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,120 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,150 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,130 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,110 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,150 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,150 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,150 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,150 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,140 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,120 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,140 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,120 |
| 22 Jun | ₹3,240 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,220 |
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
For Colacasia, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Siyana APMC reported Colacasia at this level on 18 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.