Based on what the markets reported on 16 Aug 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Amaranthus today.
01What's Behind Today's Amaranthus Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Right now Amaranthus is about 2.7% above the period average — just 10.0% 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
This table ranks Amaranthus rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Parassala Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Kuruppanthura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,050 |
| 5 Kasargod Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Amaranthus.
A spread of ₹2,850 (54.3%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Amaranthus prices at Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,383. 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 | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Amaranthus rate on 16 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.