Reading today's price tape for 14 Aug 2026, Mandsaur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Basil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹17,551 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Basil today.
01What Put Mandsaur APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,551
- Lowest Price Today₹14,401
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,551
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityBasil (Basil seed)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Basil is about 4.2% above the period average — just 4.3% 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
The table below lines up Basil rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mandsaur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mandsaur APMC Leader | ₹17,551 |
| 2 Jaora APMC | ₹17,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Basil.
The ₹251 (1.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Basil prices at Mandsaur APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹18,331, with the average around ₹16,849. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹17,551 | ₹14,401 | ₹17,551 |
| 13 Aug | ₹17,291 | ₹1,101 | ₹17,291 |
| 11 Aug | ₹17,521 | ₹17,521 | ₹17,521 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,071 | ₹950 | ₹18,071 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹18,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹18,099 | ₹8,001 | ₹18,099 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,199 | ₹3,901 | ₹18,199 |
| 01 Aug | ₹18,180 | ₹11,000 | ₹18,180 |
| 31 Jul | ₹18,331 | ₹17,400 | ₹18,331 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,221 | ₹5,555 | ₹18,221 |
| 27 Jul | ₹17,860 | ₹12,500 | ₹17,860 |
| 24 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹7,901 | ₹18,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹17,611 | ₹12,801 | ₹17,611 |
| 21 Jul | ₹18,071 | ₹2,800 | ₹18,071 |
| 20 Jul | ₹17,101 | ₹12,000 | ₹17,101 |
| 18 Jul | ₹15,699 | ₹15,380 | ₹15,699 |
| 17 Jul | ₹15,799 | ₹3,601 | ₹15,799 |
| 16 Jul | ₹16,260 | ₹901 | ₹16,260 |
| 14 Jul | ₹17,291 | ₹2,400 | ₹17,291 |
| 13 Jul | ₹13,981 | ₹13,981 | ₹13,981 |
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
The headline Basil rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Basil found its strongest bid at Mandsaur APMC on 14 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.