Reading today's price tape for 13 Oct 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹1,250 per quintal in NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Amaranthus is about 0.6% below the period average — just 16.7% 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
This table ranks Amaranthus rates across active mandis for 13 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 3 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 12 Piravam 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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (50.0%) 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 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,258. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
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
For Amaranthus, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Amaranthus rate on 13 Oct 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.