Turning to the 12 Oct 2026 APMC board, Parassala Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Amaranthus, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,200 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Amaranthus Price
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 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.
Today's rate is about 22.2% above the period average and just 4.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Amaranthus rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parassala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,000 |
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 ₹4,200 (105.0%), 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 Parassala Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,600, with the average around ₹6,713. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
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
The day's best Amaranthus rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Parassala Market APMC set the pace for Amaranthus. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.