Across the reporting yards on 16 Oct 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Balarampuram Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Amaranthus Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranth Greens-Organic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Amaranthus about 4.4% below the period average, and just 11.1% 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
The table below lines up Amaranthus rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Balarampuram Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parassala Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Amaranthus.
At ₹3,250 (56.5%), 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Amaranthus prices at Balarampuram Market APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,364. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Balarampuram Market APMC reported Amaranthus at this level on 16 Oct 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.