Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Oct 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Harippad Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Amaranthus Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Other)
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 0.6% above the period average and just 16.7% 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
The table below lines up Amaranthus rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Harippad 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 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 6 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Harippad Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹3,100 (62.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Amaranthus prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,972. 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 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Amaranthus traded at this rate in Harippad Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.