Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Aug 2026, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹6,570 per quintal in Kurnool APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Kurnool APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,570
- Lowest Price Today₹6,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,570
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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 6.6% above the period average and just 1.4% 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
This table ranks Castor Seed rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹7,085 |
| 2 Deesa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 3 Mansa APMC | ₹7,075 |
| 4 Rajkot APMC | ₹7,070 |
| 5 Himatnagar APMC | ₹7,050 |
| 6 Kadi APMC | ₹7,045 |
| 7 Mehsana(Jornang) APMC | ₹7,025 |
| 8 Siddhpur APMC | ₹7,005 |
| 9 Jam Jodhpur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Visnagar APMC | ₹6,992 |
| 11 Palanpur APMC | ₹6,970 |
| 12 Diyodar APMC | ₹6,962 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹123 (1.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Castor Seed fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Kurnool APMC ranged between ₹4,850 and ₹6,660, with the average around ₹6,162. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,570 | ₹6,550 | ₹6,570 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,490 | ₹6,490 | ₹6,490 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,623 | ₹5,007 | ₹6,590 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,066 | ₹6,066 | ₹6,066 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,390 | ₹6,390 | ₹6,390 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,590 | ₹6,590 | ₹6,590 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,660 | ₹6,660 | ₹6,660 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,290 | ₹6,219 | ₹6,290 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,010 | ₹5,010 | ₹5,010 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,580 | ₹6,580 | ₹6,580 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,050 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,330 | ₹6,330 | ₹6,330 |
| 10 Jul | ₹6,320 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,320 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,319 | ₹6,319 | ₹6,319 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,259 | ₹6,259 | ₹6,259 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,329 | ₹6,309 | ₹6,329 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,249 | ₹4,850 | ₹6,209 |
| 01 Jul | ₹6,249 | ₹6,229 | ₹6,239 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,003 | ₹6,003 | ₹6,003 |
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 Castor Seed yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kurnool APMC posted this Castor Seed rate on 19 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.