In the day's wholesale-price digest for 14 Aug 2026, Parassala Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Amaranthus, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,800 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Amaranthus.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amaranthus Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Amaranthus rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Amaranthus is about 5.7% above the period average — just 8.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Amaranthus rates across active mandis for 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parassala Market APMC Leader | ₹6,800 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 3 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 7 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Harippad Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
That ₹2,050 (43.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Amaranthus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Parassala Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹7,400, with the average around ₹6,432. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 19 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Amaranthus found its strongest bid at Parassala Market APMC on 14 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.