In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Amaranthus markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Amaranthus Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Amaranthus about 42.8% above the period average, and just 25.0% 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 Amaranthus rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 4 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
That ₹2,850 (54.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Amaranthus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,202. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
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
Selling Amaranthus well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
The takeaway: Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC reported Amaranthus 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.