Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Castor Seed was quoted at ₹8,585 per quintal in Bhabhar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Castor Seed Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,670
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,585
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCastor Seed (Castor 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.
Right now Castor Seed is about 19.0% above the period average — just 1.0% 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
Here's how Castor Seed rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Unava APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Bhabhar APMC | ₹8,585 |
| 3 Siddhpur APMC | ₹8,527 |
| 4 Mehsana APMC | ₹8,525 |
| 5 Lakhani APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Mansa APMC | ₹8,475 |
| 7 Visnagar APMC | ₹8,452 |
| 8 Deesa APMC | ₹8,450 |
| 9 Thara APMC | ₹8,446 |
| 10 Amirgadh APMC | ₹8,425 |
| 11 Kalol APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Palanpur APMC | ₹8,390 |
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.
At ₹210 (2.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Castor Seed matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Castor Seed prices at Bhabhar APMC ranged between ₹6,600 and ₹8,670, with the average around ₹7,216. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹8,670 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,585 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,375 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,290 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,410 | ₹8,275 | ₹8,350 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,275 | ₹8,150 | ₹8,220 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,235 | ₹8,050 | ₹8,150 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,140 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,070 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,660 | ₹7,525 | ₹7,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,675 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,590 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,660 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,455 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,620 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,560 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,585 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,550 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,585 | ₹7,475 | ₹7,530 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,535 | ₹7,425 | ₹7,480 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,555 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,510 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,620 | ₹7,475 | ₹7,550 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,525 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,415 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,525 | ₹7,425 | ₹7,475 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,445 | ₹7,355 | ₹7,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,360 | ₹7,275 | ₹7,320 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,325 | ₹7,370 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Castor Seed changed hands at this rate in Bhabhar APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.