In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,490 per quintal in Kurnool APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Kurnool APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,490
- Lowest Price Today₹6,490
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,490
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor seed)
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 5.9% below the period average and just 19.5% 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.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Castor Seed rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kurnool APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalol APMC Leader | ₹9,367 |
| 2 Vijapur APMC | ₹7,090 |
| 3 Unava APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 4 Mehsana APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 5 Mansa APMC | ₹7,070 |
| 6 Vijapur(Kukarvada) APMC | ₹7,065 |
| 7 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,055 |
| 8 Radhanpur APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 9 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 10 Vijapur(Gojjariya) APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 11 Bhabhar APMC | ₹7,010 |
| 12 Palanpur APMC | ₹7,008 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Castor Seed.
The ₹2,359 (33.7%) 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, Castor Seed prices at Kurnool APMC ranged between ₹4,020 and ₹8,065, with the average around ₹6,898. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹7,809 | ₹7,590 | ₹7,782 |
| 06 Nov | ₹7,809 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,640 |
| 05 Nov | ₹7,595 | ₹7,550 | ₹7,595 |
| 04 Nov | ₹7,752 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,722 |
| 03 Nov | ₹7,709 | ₹7,139 | ₹7,709 |
| 02 Nov | ₹7,600 | ₹7,089 | ₹7,429 |
| 30 Oct | ₹7,829 | ₹7,509 | ₹7,789 |
| 29 Oct | ₹7,868 | ₹7,409 | ₹7,836 |
| 28 Oct | ₹8,020 | ₹7,589 | ₹8,020 |
| 27 Oct | ₹7,959 | ₹7,459 | ₹7,929 |
| 26 Oct | ₹8,019 | ₹7,509 | ₹7,936 |
| 24 Oct | ₹8,065 | ₹7,589 | ₹8,029 |
| 23 Oct | ₹8,050 | ₹7,219 | ₹7,959 |
| 22 Oct | ₹8,019 | ₹7,529 | ₹8,019 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,876 | ₹7,419 | ₹7,876 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,656 | ₹7,289 | ₹7,620 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,644 | ₹7,209 | ₹7,644 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,550 | ₹7,129 | ₹7,489 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,549 | ₹7,002 | ₹7,529 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,554 | ₹4,211 | ₹7,419 |
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 Castor Seed rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Net-net, Kurnool APMC posted this Castor Seed rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.