Based on what the markets reported on 15 Aug 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Kottarakkara Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Amaranthus range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amaranthus Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 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.
Right now Amaranthus is about 3.8% below the period average — just 18.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Amaranthus rates across active mandis for 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parassala Market APMC Leader | ₹6,800 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 3 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Attingal Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Piravam Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
That ₹2,050 (43.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Amaranthus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Amaranthus prices at Kottarakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹3,700, with the average around ₹3,119. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 26 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jun | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 20 Jun | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
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
In short, Amaranthus changed hands at this rate in Kottarakkara Market APMC on 15 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.