Turning to the 19 Oct 2026 APMC board, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Sasthamkotta Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amaranthus Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Amaranthus arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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 1.8% below 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
This table ranks Amaranthus rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parassala Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 5 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 7 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 8 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
That ₹3,500 (63.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Amaranthus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Sasthamkotta Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,091. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Amaranthus rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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 19 Oct 2026, Amaranthus traded at this rate in Sasthamkotta 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.