Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Aug 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Mananthavady Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Amaranthus Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Amaranthus is about 0.7% above the period average — just 9.1% 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
The table below lines up Amaranthus rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mananthavady 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 | ₹6,800 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 3 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 Kasargod Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
The ₹1,300 (23.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Mananthavady Market APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,986. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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
Selling Amaranthus well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Mananthavady Market APMC logged this Amaranthus rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.