From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Amaranthus was quoted at ₹1,250 per quintal in NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Amaranthus range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Amaranthus Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityAmaranthus (Amaranthus)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Amaranthus is about 0.6% below the period average — just 16.7% 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 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Parassala Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Kurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Kumarapalayam(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 ₹4,250 (89.5%) 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 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,258. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
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
In short, Amaranthus changed hands at this rate in NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.