With the 14 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Cherthala Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Amaranthus, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,100 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amaranthus Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Sep 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Amaranthus rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
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 14 Sep 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 | ₹7,200 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Harippad Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
At ₹3,100 (62.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Amaranthus matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Amaranthus well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 14 Sep 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.