Across the reporting yards on 21 Oct 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹1,750 per quintal in Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amaranthus Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Amaranthus rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 12.5% 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
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 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 4 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Harippad Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (63.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Amaranthus prices at Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,750. 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 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Amaranthus rate on 21 Oct 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.