Based on what the markets reported on 14 Oct 2026, Mandsaur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Basil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹19,900 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Basil today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Basil Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,900
- Lowest Price Today₹7,575
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,900
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityBasil (Basil)
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.
At this level, Basil is about 15.3% above the period average, sitting right at 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
This table ranks Basil rates across active mandis for 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mandsaur APMC Leader | ₹19,900 |
| 2 Neemuch APMC | ₹12,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Basil.
That ₹7,600 (61.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Basil fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Basil prices at Mandsaur APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹19,900, with the average around ₹17,263. 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 Oct | ₹19,900 | ₹7,575 | ₹19,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹18,940 | ₹18,940 | ₹18,940 |
| 12 Oct | ₹18,181 | ₹18,181 | ₹18,181 |
| 24 Sep | ₹19,071 | ₹15,300 | ₹19,071 |
| 23 Sep | ₹18,700 | ₹7,101 | ₹18,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹18,860 | ₹8,001 | ₹18,860 |
| 21 Sep | ₹18,741 | ₹1,252 | ₹18,741 |
| 19 Sep | ₹17,591 | ₹5,801 | ₹17,591 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,191 | ₹15,420 | ₹18,191 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,771 | ₹1,500 | ₹18,771 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,631 | ₹7,101 | ₹18,631 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹18,251 | ₹500 | ₹18,251 |
| 10 Sep | ₹18,481 | ₹3,900 | ₹18,481 |
| 09 Sep | ₹18,651 | ₹7,000 | ₹18,651 |
| 08 Sep | ₹18,561 | ₹10,000 | ₹18,561 |
| 07 Sep | ₹17,300 | ₹9,451 | ₹17,300 |
| 05 Sep | ₹16,800 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,580 | ₹17,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹16,281 | ₹6,051 | ₹16,281 |
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
When picking where to sell Basil, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Mandsaur APMC led Basil on 14 Oct 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.