Going by the latest APMC figures for 01 Aug 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Pampady 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₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 5.5% below the period average and just 23.9% 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
Here's how Amaranthus rates stacked up across reporting markets on 01 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,050 |
| 2 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
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 ₹1,700 (39.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Amaranthus matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Pampady Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹3,703. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Amaranthus today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Bottom line: on 01 Aug 2026, Amaranthus traded at this rate in Pampady 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.