From today's trading desk on 19 Aug 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Kuttoor Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Amaranthus range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Amaranthus Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Amaranthus is about 6.0% above the period average, sitting just 3.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Amaranthus rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Parassala Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 5 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Kasargod Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,700 (49.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Amaranthus matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Kuttoor Market APMC ranged between ₹4,600 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,474. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,300 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Amaranthus stood at Kuttoor Market APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.