Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Oct 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Payyannur Market APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amaranthus Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 0.4% below the period average, sitting just 23.5% 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
This table ranks Amaranthus rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 7 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(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.
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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Payyannur Market APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹5,100, with the average around ₹3,917. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
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
The day's best Amaranthus rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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, this was the Amaranthus rate at Payyannur Market APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.