With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in Anchal Market APMC. This is one of several Amaranthus rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Anchal Market APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Amaranthus about 11.5% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Amaranthus rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 4 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 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.
At ₹2,850 (54.3%), 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 Anchal Market APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹4,214. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Anchal Market APMC reported Amaranthus at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.