As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Oct 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹7,100 per quintal in Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Amaranthus rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amaranthus Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Amaranthus arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,600
- Lowest Price Today₹6,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 54.7% above the period average and just 6.6% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parassala Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,950 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹3,250 (56.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Amaranthus matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Amaranthus prices at Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹4,590. 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 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Amaranthus yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Amaranthus rate on 16 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.