Reading today's price tape for 31 Aug 2026, Mandsaur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Basil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹16,481 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Basil today.
01What's Behind Today's Basil Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,481
- Lowest Price Today₹4,001
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,481
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityBasil (Basil seed)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Basil is about 3.0% below the period average, sitting just 10.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Basil rates across the markets that reported on 31 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 | ₹16,481 |
| 2 Jaora APMC | ₹15,802 |
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.
That ₹679 (4.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Basil fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹16,998. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹16,481 | ₹4,001 | ₹16,481 |
| 27 Aug | ₹17,111 | ₹2,500 | ₹17,111 |
| 25 Aug | ₹17,781 | ₹14,881 | ₹17,781 |
| 21 Aug | ₹18,136 | ₹3,910 | ₹18,136 |
| 20 Aug | ₹18,071 | ₹6,402 | ₹18,071 |
| 19 Aug | ₹17,871 | ₹9,192 | ₹17,871 |
| 18 Aug | ₹18,099 | ₹500 | ₹18,099 |
| 17 Aug | ₹17,950 | ₹5,300 | ₹17,950 |
| 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 |
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 Basil yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Mandsaur APMC led Basil on 31 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.