Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Oct 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Harippad Market APMC. This is one of several Amaranthus rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Harippad Market APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Amaranthus is about 0.6% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Amaranthus rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parassala Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 5 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Amaranthus.
A spread of ₹3,500 (63.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Amaranthus prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,971. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Amaranthus yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Amaranthus stood at Harippad Market APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.