As fresh arrivals settled on 28 Aug 2026, Colacasia was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Colacasia markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Colacasia Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityColacasia (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 19.4% below the period average, and just 58.6% 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 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattakada Market APMC Leader | ₹8,800 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Sasthamkotta Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹2,300 (35.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Colacasia prices at Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹2,900, with the average around ₹1,488. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹700 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹800 | ₹1,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹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
The takeaway: Vikasnagar APMC reported Colacasia at this level on 28 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.