Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 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. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Amaranthus board.
01What Put Cherthala Market APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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 0.1% below the period average and just 5.8% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Kuruppanthura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 5 Kasargod Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Amaranthus.
That ₹2,850 (54.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Amaranthus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹7,800 and ₹8,600, with the average around ₹8,107. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Amaranthus market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Cherthala Market APMC set the pace for Amaranthus. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.