In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Kasargod Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amaranthus Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Amaranthus rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 29.4% above the period average and just 3.3% 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
The table below lines up Amaranthus rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kasargod Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Kuruppanthura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 5 Kasargod Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 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.
The ₹2,850 (54.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Kasargod Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,483. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
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 Amaranthus 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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Amaranthus traded at this rate in Kasargod Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.