Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹1,950 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 11.6% above the period average and just 22.0% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 5 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Kasargod Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 8 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(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.
The ₹2,600 (47.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,747. 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 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,950 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,950 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,700 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
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
Selling Amaranthus well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Amaranthus traded at this rate in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.