In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Oct 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹2,100 per quintal in Kottakkal Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Amaranthus markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Amaranthus Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Amaranthus rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.9% below the period average and just 30.0% 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 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kottakkal 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 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 6 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Harippad Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹3,100 (62.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Kottakkal Market APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,141. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Amaranthus, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Amaranthus traded at this rate in Kottakkal 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.