As fresh arrivals settled on 14 Sep 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹2,100 per quintal in Kottakkal Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Amaranthus today.
01What's Behind Today's Amaranthus Price
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₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Sep 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Amaranthus rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Amaranthus about 2.5% below the period average, and just 30.0% short of 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 14 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,700 (50.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Kottakkal Market APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,153. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Amaranthus was priced at this level in Kottakkal Market APMC on 14 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.