Based on what the markets reported on 10 Aug 2026, Cherthala Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Amaranthus, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,100 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amaranthus Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date10 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.
At this level, Amaranthus is about 0.1% below the period average, sitting just 5.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Amaranthus rates across the markets that reported on 10 Aug 2026, so you can see where Cherthala Market 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 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Piravam Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 11 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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 ₹2,850 (54.3%) 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 Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹7,800 and ₹8,600, with the average around ₹8,108. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,300 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,208 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Cherthala Market APMC led Amaranthus on 10 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.