As fresh arrivals settled on 23 Oct 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹900 per quintal in Baruwasagar APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Arabi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Colacasia rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 23.7% below the period average and just 30.8% 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
This table ranks Colacasia rates across active mandis for 23 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri RM APMC Leader | ₹9,250 |
| 2 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Kollam Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 5 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,500 (37.0%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Colacasia prices at Baruwasagar APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,300, with the average around ₹1,180. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
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
Before carting Colacasia to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Baruwasagar APMC posted this Colacasia rate on 23 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.