Here's the 17 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Amaranthus was quoted at ₹2,650 per quintal in Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amaranthus Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Amaranthus is about 2.4% above the period average — just 11.7% 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
Here's how Amaranthus rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parassala Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,350 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 6 Sasthamkotta Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Durg 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.
At ₹3,500 (63.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Amaranthus matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Amaranthus prices at Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,589. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Amaranthus changed hands at this rate in Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Oct 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.