Checking the day's mandi numbers for 21 Oct 2026, RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Amaranthus, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,100 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Amaranthus Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Amaranthus is about 0.7% above the period average, sitting just 9.0% 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 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,100 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 3 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Harippad Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Amaranthus.
At ₹1,600 (35.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Amaranthus matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Amaranthus prices at RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,600 and ₹6,700, with the average around ₹6,058. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,100 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,100 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,100 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Amaranthus on 21 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.