As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Sep 2026, Kottakkal Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Amranthas Red, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,500 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Amranthas Red Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityAmranthas Red (Chawli Lal)
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.
Today's rate is about 2.7% above the period average and just 16.7% 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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Amranthas Red prices at Kottakkal Market APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,434. 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 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
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 Amranthas Red, 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
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
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 2026, Kottakkal Market APMC set the pace for Amranthas Red. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.