In the day's wholesale-price digest for 13 Oct 2026, Parassala Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Amaranthus, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,200 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Amaranthus.
01What's Behind Today's Amaranthus Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 21.8% above the period average, sitting just 4.7% 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
Here's how Amaranthus rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parassala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 4 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹5,300 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,900 (54.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Parassala Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,600, with the average around ₹6,732. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Amaranthus yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Parassala Market APMC led Amaranthus on 13 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.