As fresh arrivals settled on 20 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. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Cherthala Market APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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
This table ranks Amaranthus rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Piravam Market APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Harippad Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
The ₹3,350 (70.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹8,109. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 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 |
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 20 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.