With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹2,100 per quintal in Mananthavady Market APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Amaranthus markets.
01What's Behind Today's Amaranthus Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Amaranthus rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Amaranthus about 5.5% above the period average, and just 4.5% 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
Here's how Amaranthus rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 4 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
The ₹2,850 (54.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Mananthavady Market APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,990. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Amaranthus market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mananthavady Market APMC reported Amaranthus at this level on 18 Aug 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.