As the 18 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹2,450 per quintal in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amaranthus Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Amaranthus rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Amaranthus about 6.4% below the period average, and just 18.3% 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 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 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 | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Kurichi(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 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,617. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
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
When picking where to sell Amaranthus, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Amaranthus was priced at this level in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.