Based on what the markets reported on 20 Oct 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Punalur Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Amaranthus is about 11.6% below the period average — just 29.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Amaranthus rates across active mandis for 20 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 | ₹7,500 |
| 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 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Harippad Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Amaranthus.
That ₹3,100 (62.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Amaranthus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Amaranthus prices at Punalur Market APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,414. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
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
Before carting Amaranthus to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
In short, Amaranthus changed hands at this rate in Punalur Market APMC on 20 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.