With the 30 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹220 per quintal in Omalloor Market APMC. This is one of several Amaranthus rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹260
- Lowest Price Today₹190
- Average (Modal) Price₹220
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Aug 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
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.
This puts Amaranthus about 78.1% below the period average, and just 93.3% 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
Here's how Amaranthus rates stacked up across reporting markets on 30 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 5 Sasthamkotta Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Kasargod Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Amaranthus.
At ₹2,900 (55.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Amaranthus matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Omalloor Market APMC ranged between ₹190 and ₹3,300, with the average around ₹1,003. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug | ₹260 | ₹190 | ₹220 |
| 27 Aug | ₹260 | ₹190 | ₹200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹280 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹275 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹300 | ₹250 | ₹275 |
| 19 Aug | ₹320 | ₹250 | ₹300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹340 | ₹250 | ₹300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹350 | ₹250 | ₹300 |
| 16 Aug | ₹350 | ₹200 | ₹275 |
| 15 Aug | ₹375 | ₹250 | ₹300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 13 Aug | ₹410 | ₹300 | ₹375 |
| 12 Aug | ₹425 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹450 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹500 | ₹400 | ₹450 |
| 07 Aug | ₹500 | ₹400 | ₹450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹525 | ₹450 | ₹500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹550 | ₹400 | ₹450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹550 | ₹450 | ₹500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹600 | ₹400 | ₹550 |
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
The headline Amaranthus rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Omalloor Market APMC reported Amaranthus at this level on 30 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.