As the 31 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Amaranthus today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amaranthus Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 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 25.5% above the period average and just 15.4% 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
The table below lines up Amaranthus rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 3 Kuruppanthura Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 5 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Amaranthus.
That ₹2,600 (47.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Amaranthus fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,384. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
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
For Amaranthus, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Amaranthus rate on 31 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.