In the mandi rate roundup for 05 Aug 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Amaranthus today.
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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 24.9% above the period average and just 14.3% 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
Here's how Amaranthus rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,400 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 5 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,150 (60.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,804. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC posted this Amaranthus rate on 05 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.