In the day's wholesale-price digest for 28 Aug 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹4,350 per quintal in Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amaranthus Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Amaranthus arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Amaranthus is about 1.4% above the period average — just 5.4% 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 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,050 |
| 2 Sasthamkotta Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Harippad Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Kumarapalayam(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 ₹1,300 (27.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Amaranthus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹4,291. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
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
The headline Amaranthus rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Amaranthus rate on 28 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.